English and European Ceramics and Glass - 13th April 2010

Lot 238

A gilt-metal mounted glass box

Estimate £100 - £200 | Hammer £300

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Description

A gilt-metal mounted glass box, with hinged lockable lid, and a box formed from a large egg, the cover formed as a bird with outstretched wings, 19th century, 17cm max. (3) Provenance: From the estate of Niel Rimington (1928-2009) of Fonthill Old Abbey Estate, Wiltshire.