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LOT 1980
Sold for (Inc. bp): £7
WOODEN FIGURE AND ARTICULATED FIGURAL BOTTLE STOP GROUP
MID 20TH CENTURY A.D.
5 - 9 5/8 in. (215 grams total, 12.5-24.5 cm).
MID 20TH CENTURY A.D.
5 - 9 5/8 in. (215 grams total, 12.5-24.5 cm).
Comprising: carved hardwood military figure (King's African Rifles); bottle-stop with activating lever to simulate dinking from a bottle; bottle-stop with activating lever to make the figures kiss. [3, No Reserve]
PROVENANCE:
Property of an East Anglian gentleman, 1970s-early 2000s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
