810
An outdoor table
Estimate €1.300–2.600
809
Altar footstool D. José I (1750–1777)
Estimate €600–1.200
Description
In pewter.
Comprising six candlesticks and crucifix.
Relief decoration with shellwork and volutes.
Portugal, 18th century.
(signs of use, losses and defects, Christ figure not original)
H.: 32 cm (larger candlesticks); H.: 72 cm (crucifix)
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