Lot #202 - A rare 18th century Belgian pen-work box
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Auction House:Leski Auctions
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Sale Name:Decorative Art & Collectables
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Sale Date:03 Mar 2019 ~ 12noon (AEDT)
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Lot #:202
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Lot Description:A rare 18th century Belgian pen-work box
interior fitted with four additional boxes, inscribed "La Place De Sea Et La Fountaine Du Pouhon, 1773". Pouhon was famed for its mineral springs and associated spas visited by the aristocracy and wealthy middle classes in the 18th century, the four internal boxes are all adorned with scenes of various local spas including "La Geronsterre", "La Tonneley", "Le Watroz", and "La Suaveniere". With original key and ivory tag.
6.5cm high, 19cm wide, 15cm deep -
Estimate:A$2,000 - 3,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Miscellaneous
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