an image of a gold plated bench on a white backgrounda gold table with a glass top on a white backgroundan image of a gold plate with a crown on top of it
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1733 - Centrepiece converted into a coffee table, 19th century, in …
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Estimate CHF 1,000 - CHF 1,500
Description
Centrepiece converted into a coffee table, 19th century, in gilded bronze with rich decoration featuring griffins surrounding the initials ‘GM’ and interlacing patterns of acanthus leaves, flowers and vine tendrils; rear legs sheathed in ivory-coloured fabric and finished with claw feet, 59x150x66 cm stains, marks and loss of material on the glass panels later assembly: centrepiece – 19th century, legs – 20th century chips and loss of material on the glass panels CITES – September 2026 + Export or shipping restrictions may apply to this lot. Please consult the ‘Further Information’ tab before bidding. Please note: this lot contains ivory, coral and/or tortoiseshell. A CITES permit will be required for any transport outside Switzerland. Please check with your customs authorities and your carrier regarding the applicable regulations before bidding. We would also like to draw your attention to the fact that Piguet does not offer any shipping services for lots containing materials subject to CITES regulations. The buyer is solely responsible for organising transport and obtaining the necessary authorisations. + Export or shipping restrictions may apply to this lot. Please consult the ‘Additional Information’ tab before bidding. Please note: this lot contains ivory, coral and/or tortoiseshell. A CITES permit will be required for any transport outside Switzerland. Please check with your local customs authorities and your shipping carrier regarding applicable regulations before placing a bid. Please also note that Piguet does not provide shipping services for lots containing materials subject to CITES regulations. The buyer is responsible for arranging transport and obtaining any required permits.
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