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Lot Number:
220
10" (25 cm.) A sturdy box is lavishly decorated
with decorative papers and embossed gilt
edging,and opens to its well-fitted contents
comprising 26 little boxes with
colorfully-lithographed lids including a set of 12
representing the months of the year; along with a
blue cushion,a larger faux-tortoise box with
lithographed-scene at the center,and one other
box. Some of the boxes hold little antique sewing
supplies (gold pins,beads),indicating how the box
was cherished after the candy was gone. Contents
excellent,lid a bit worn. French,circa 1875.
Realized Price:
$300
Presale Estimate:
500/800