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A centrepiece
Estimate €2.200–3.200
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A D. Maria I cutlery box
Estimate €450–650
Description
Rosewood and rosewood veneered with thornbush marquetry decoration.
Gilt bronze mounts, interior lined in red velvet with gilt silver galloons.
Portugal, 19th century.
(signs of use, small losses and defects)
41.5x29x33 cm
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