The Collection of Jean Louis Chameroy, Offered Without Reserve - 24th October 2023
Lot 131
λ An ivory and enamel sentimental ring, late 18th century
Estimate £500 - £700 | Hammer £9450
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Description
λ An ivory and enamel sentimental ring, late 18th century, of cut-cornered rectangular outline, the glazed panel with a carved ivory scene depicting a man and woman holding hands over a burnt offering on an altar, while Cupid flies above, festooning the couple with a garland of flowers, to a blue glass ground, mounted in gold, size O, front measuring 2.6 x 1.6cm
Hugh Tait ed., The Art of the Jeweller: A Catalogue of the Anne Hull Grundy Gift to the British Museum, London, 1984, p.50, no.187-192, for rings intricately made in a similar technique, attributed to French origin, late 18th century.