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A glass D. Maria II

Estimate €100–180

Description

Cut crystal.

Cut decoration with kaolin cameo featuring a bust and the inscription "D. Maria II, Rainha de Portugal"

Portugal, Vista Alegre Factory, 19th century.

(wear signs, small chips, rim trimmed)

H.: 9 cm

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