Decorative Arts & Design

September 30October 05, 2023
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LOT 242

Lot 242

Bavarian Bloodstone Mounted Jewelled Gold Desk Seal, late 19th century

Bavarian Bloodstone Mounted Jewelled Gold Desk Seal, late 19th century
Lot 242 Details
Bavarian Bloodstone Mounted Jewelled Gold Desk Seal, late 19th century

modelled with lion resting on sphere on reeded tapering column flanked by cluster columns with lion mask capitals and paw feet, with applied Bavarian coat of arms, set with rose cut diamonds and rubies and sugarloaf cut turquoise, the intaglio cypher with H, anchor and arrows
height 4.3 in — 11 cm

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $3,997.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Bavarian Bloodstone Mounted Jewelled Gold Desk Seal, late 19th century
  • Bavarian Bloodstone Mounted Jewelled Gold Desk Seal, late 19th century
  • Bavarian Bloodstone Mounted Jewelled Gold Desk Seal, late 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Condition report available upon request

LOT 242
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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