Médicis Enchères - Hôtel des Ventes Lyon
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A pinchbeck (copper-zinc alloy imitating gold) and silver "p…
See original version (French)
105
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A pinchbeck (copper-zinc alloy imitating gold) and silver "p…
See original version (French)
Estimate €50 - €100
Voluntary lot
Description
A pinchbeck (copper-zinc alloy imitating gold) and silver "porte-louis" purse, forming a dodecagon, consisting of a domed plate finely openwork with plant motifs and twelve tongues entirely chased with foliage and floral motifs. It opens and closes with a sliding chain system ending in a pompom on either side. Early 19th century. Rings damaged, slight dents.
A similar model is in the Musée Cognacq-Jay in Paris.
Diameter: 4.5 cm.
See original version (French)
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About the sale
JEWELLERY & WATCHES - FASHION & LEATHER GOODS
Auction location
Auction time
06/10/2026 at 2:30 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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