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A large Belle-Époque basket

Estimate €640–950

Description

Portuguese silver (833/000) with embossed, pierced and chased decoration of scrolls, flowers and branches. Hinged handle and round central foot.

Porto hallmark in use from 1887 to 1937 and goldsmith's mark of the same period.

(signs of use)

Diam.: 37 cm

648 g

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