No. 100076803

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Emile Puiforcat, Paris - Mirror - .950 silver - Spy glass
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€ 120
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Emile Puiforcat, Paris - Mirror - .950 silver - Spy glass

A delightful little Belle Epoque spy mirror / eye makeup mirror on long solid silver handle, measuring circa 20,7cm in total length and weighing a gross 69g, the reticulated grip cast in neoclassical style with a cherub connector attaching the oval, beveled glass encased in silver and crowned with a ribbon. Stamped to the side with French .950 assay mark and maker´s mark of Emile Puiforcat, active in Paris from 1857-1897. The mark continued to be used by grandson Jean Puiforcat on certain classical pieces until 1945. Estimated age: Circa 1880. Condition: Overall very good, no significant damages or repairs, minor wear commensurate with age and use. Some ageing of the mirror, see pictures. This lot will be carefully packaged and sent by registered and insured mail.

No. 100076803

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Emile Puiforcat, Paris - Mirror - .950 silver - Spy glass

Emile Puiforcat, Paris - Mirror - .950 silver - Spy glass

A delightful little Belle Epoque spy mirror / eye makeup mirror on long solid silver handle, measuring circa 20,7cm in total length and weighing a gross 69g, the reticulated grip cast in neoclassical style with a cherub connector attaching the oval, beveled glass encased in silver and crowned with a ribbon. Stamped to the side with French .950 assay mark and maker´s mark of Emile Puiforcat, active in Paris from 1857-1897. The mark continued to be used by grandson Jean Puiforcat on certain classical pieces until 1945.

Estimated age: Circa 1880.

Condition: Overall very good, no significant damages or repairs, minor wear commensurate with age and use. Some ageing of the mirror, see pictures.

This lot will be carefully packaged and sent by registered and insured mail.

Final bid
€ 120
Dési van Rhee
Expert
Estimate  € 200 - € 300

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