Lot 23
  • 23

A silver and enamel portrait box,Anton Michelsen, Copenhagen,1904

Estimate
300 - 500 GBP
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Description

  • diameter: 6.2cm, 2 1/2 in.
circular, the hinged lid set with a coloured enamel and gilt paillon portrait after a photograph of King Christian IX, gilt interior, ink inventory number '454'

Condition

Very good condition. There are minor surface scratches consistent with age. The hinge is just slightly loose.
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