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LOT 2546
Grand Tour Terracotta Oil Lamp
CIRCA 19TH CENTURY A.D.
3 1/4 in. (40.12 grams, 82 mm).
Small lamp with a nude figure on the discus. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an important German collection, 1970s onwards.
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LOT 2546
Grand Tour Terracotta Oil Lamp
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £50
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France, 18th-19th century A.D.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £100
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Acquired on the European art market. UK, private collection.
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Stuart Bronze Dagger Guard with Busts
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Opening Bid: £50
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