Furniture, Works of Art and Clocks - 10th January 2018

Lot 271

A late 19th century Russian papier-mâché  Easter egg

Estimate £150 - £250 | Hammer £350

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Description

A late 19th century Russian papier-mâché  Easter egg, with gilt metal and jewelled mounts, one side painted with the Virgin Mary, the other with Christ, 17.7cm high.

Provenance: From the collection of Dr Venetia Newall.