A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED AND LOCRE PORCELAIN VASES
LATE 18TH CENTURY
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Price Realised USD 13,860
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USD 3,000 - USD 5,000
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A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED AND LOCRE PORCELAIN VASES
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In overall good condition. There are the inevitable dents, marks and chips consistent with age and use. The ormolu with slight rubbing, particularly to the bases and a slight build up of dust to the crevices. The attachment for the hanging chain to one side of one vase is missing. One ram-mask handle is also slightly loose. As stated in the cataloguing, now fitted as lamps, the central threaded rods replaced. Structurally sound and ready to place. Please note that Christie's does not guarantee the working order of lighting.
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Lot 536Sale 22103
LATE 18TH CENTURYA PAIR OF LOUIS XVI ORMOLU-MOUNTED AND LOCRE PORCELAIN VASESEstimate: USD 3,000 - 5,000
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