Furniture and Works of Art including the Peter Coldicott collection of corkscrews. - 9th September 2008

Lot 103

A 17th century Flemish gilt bronze and pewter tortoiseshell casket

Estimate £500 - £700 | Hammer £680

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Description

A 17th century Flemish gilt bronze and pewter tortoiseshell casket, the domed cover centred a medallion of Venus and Cupid, with busts to the corners, the base corners with amorous figures, the interior part paper lined and painted a young couple in a wooded landscape, 2.75in (7cm) h, 8in (20cm) w, 6in (15cm) d. Distressed