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CONAN BELLEVILLE Hôtel d’Ainay

358 - Half a coconut carved to resemble a trophy featuring musical…
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Estimate €80 - €120
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Description
Half a coconut carved to resemble a trophy featuring musical instruments, cartouches, banners and a lictor’s fasces, with flaming hearts surmounted by birds bearing a leafy wreath, holding a ‘Au Mérite’ medal. 19th century H. 12 – L. 7.8 cm Slight wear; inlays in the eyes missing
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About the sale Standard and Gold Auction – Two-part auction by lot
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Auction time 06/30/2026 at 10:00 AM
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