Sold for:
$200

Group of desk objects comprising of a unique four section bronze caddy, the figural bird handle unscrews to open the four - fleur de lis shaped containers, possibly for storing opium or pills (approximate heigh5", width 5", depth 5") along with a German bronze sheath with scissors and letter opener manufactured by P. E. Guerin; and a Chinese turned Padouk wood barrel-form container having decorative studded brass mounts enriched with punchwork; bat motifs to the sides and a border of lappets surmounted with fu dog finial. Approximate height 5.75".


Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery

Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery

Date:
2015-08-09

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