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36 - An ivory figure (Elephas maximus, Loxodonta africana or Loxo…
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Estimate €180 - €200
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Description
An ivory figure (Elephas maximus, Loxodonta africana or Loxodonta cyclotis), carved to depict the Lion of Lucerne, its flank pierced by a spear, resting upon the coats of arms of France and Switzerland, on a rectangular plinth inscribed: ‘HELVETIORUM FIDEI AC VIRTUTI’ Switzerland, second half of the 19th century Total height: 4, W: 10.5, D: 4 cm Gross weight: 175 g CIC No. FR2601700323-K EXPERT: Mr Pierre Grignon Dumoulin, court-appointed expert at the Amiens Court of Appeal, authorised agent for works of art made from materials derived from biodiversity. Specimen composed wholly or partly of proboscidean elephantidae SPP ivory (Elephas maximus, Loxodonta africana or Loxodonta cyclotis) listed in Appendix I/A of CITES/EU. In accordance with the regulatory provisions in force within the European Union (Regulation (EU) No 2021/2280 of 16 December 2021), the item will be handed over to the purchaser together with its Intra-Community Certificate FR2601700323-K issued by the DREAL Nouvelle-Aquitaine on 19 June 2026, attached to the expert report drawn up by Mr Pierre Grignon Dumoulin, a court-appointed expert in works of art composed of materials derived from biodiversity, and an approved agent. Export outside the EU is prohibited, except to state cultural institutions upon provision of supporting documentation. In the event of transport, the specimen must be accompanied by this expert report. ARTEMIS ESTIMATIONS Appraisal House, 6 rue Ancel 60200 Compiègne - 06 09 83 33 29 - www.artemisestimations.com
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About the sale CABINET OF CURIOSITIES: Decorative Arts, Collectables and Furniture
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Auction time 10/08/2026 at 10:00 AM
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