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Paula Martin-Calero Toro
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Selected by Paula Martin-Calero Toro

Holds a degree in art history; over six years cataloguing and appraising antiques.

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A gilt metal animal model for a wax seal, about 3 cm long and weighing 10 g, made in France in the 1850–1900 period, with one eye inlaid in glass or gemstone and the agate inscription missing, in good condition with minor wear.

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A finely cast and chiseled gilt metal model of an animal as a wax seal, measuring circa 3cm in length and weighing 10g. One eye inlaid with cut glass or gemstone, the other missing.

Condition: the agate seal inscription missing, one eye missing, otherwise good. Minor wear commensurate with age and use.

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

A finely cast and chiseled gilt metal model of an animal as a wax seal, measuring circa 3cm in length and weighing 10g. One eye inlaid with cut glass or gemstone, the other missing.

Condition: the agate seal inscription missing, one eye missing, otherwise good. Minor wear commensurate with age and use.

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

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
10 g
Metal type
Gilt metal
Country of Origin
France
Material
Metal
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
3 cm
Depth
2.2 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Objects sold
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