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Auction: 26052 - Jewellery & Objets de Vertu
Lot: 98

A LATE 19TH/EARLY 20TH CENTURY FRENCH SILVER TRIPTYCH HOLY WATER FONT
Of triptych form, the two hinged doors opening to reveal a repoussé and chased Crucifixion, the closed doors forming a further scene of five haloed figures, above an integral basin set with three coloured glass cabochons.
With wall-hanging loop.
Marked with the French charançon (weevil) mark for imported silver of at least 800 standard
Size/dimensions: 15.80cm long; 6.80cm wide
Gross weight: 156.45g

The font has a natural antique patina with dark oxidation in the recesses, the details remaining sharp, with no crushing or flattening. The hinges and doors are in working order, and the font is offered in good condition.


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Estimate
£150 to £200

Starting price
£120