2nd Mar, 2021 10:00
Homes and Interiors - Live Online
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A collection of pill boxes and similar
A collection of pill boxes and similar, to include, a George III circular papier mache box, a Tunbridge ware stamp box, a small burr snuff box, a circular rosewood box, papier mache silver inlaid snuff box, a black basalt box depicting gilt horse, 19th Century olive wood book depicting flowers from Jerusalem, an ebony letter opener, a circular ivory container and two mauchline wear boxes and a lid depicting Brighton Pavillion (qty.)
This is an online only auction and lots will not be available to view at our auction rooms, however, all items are comprehensively illustrated. If you require further information please request a condition report.
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Sold for £120
Condition Report
1: george III papier mache - paint losses to portrait
tunbridge ware - various scratches and signs of wear
mauchlin ware examples - small dents to rim of circular example
burr box - surface dinks
rosewood box - good condition
mache snuff box - silver very tarnished, hinge bent - top unaligned, lacquer worn, scratches
basalt box - good condition
book - foxing, splits, chips to cover, areas of wear, spine worn and faded
letter opener - numerous chips and dinks
ivory container - good condition
Brighton panel - very worn, numerous scratches
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Auction: Homes and Interiors - Live Online, 2nd Mar, 2021
Our bi-weekly Homes & Interiors sales showcase an array of different periods and styles all under one roof, juxtaposing old with new, items rich in history displayed next to works of art by emerging artists, and emphasising just how effortlessly they complement one another. There is undoubtedly something to suit all tastes and budgets within these live online auctions.
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