An ormolu-mounted Sicilian red coral branch

Name: FRENCH, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY
Brand: An ormolu-mounted Sicilian red coral branch
Price: 1900.00 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

Price Realised GBP 2,375

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GBP 1,500 - GBP 2,500

Closed: 4 Nov 2020

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FRENCH, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY

An ormolu-mounted Sicilian red coral branch

Price Realised GBP 2,375

Closed: 4 Nov 2020

Price Realised GBP 2,375

Closed: 4 Nov 2020

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FRENCH, FIRST HALF 19TH CENTURY
An ormolu-mounted Sicilian red coral branch
6 in. (15.5 cm.) high

A private collection, Europe, acquired in London, 1980s.

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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Lot Essay

Coral, fished from the coastal waters of Sicily, was prized from the Middle Ages for its amuletic power to ward off evil.

This lot incorporates material from endangered species which could result in export restrictions. Several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, please check the relevant customs laws before bidding on this lot if you intend to import this lot into another country. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.