a small wooden ball on a stand on a white surface
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49 - A ball for gilding or silvering pills, made of turned boxwoo…
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Estimate €80 - €120
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Description
A ball for gilding or silvering pills, made of turned boxwood (?), mounted on a pedestal. 19th century. Small crack. H. 12 cm This pharmaceutical instrument was used to improve the appearance of pills, which were generally blackish in colour.
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About the sale REGULAR AUCTION: PAINTINGS, WORKS OF ART
Auction location
Auction time 09/17/2026 at 9:30 AM
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