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A superb late Victorian tortoiseshell and silver piqué desk blotter

Offered by: Wick Antiques LTD

Description
A superb late Victorian tortoiseshell and silver piqué desk blotter, of shaped rectangular form with a central piqué design of a floral sunburst within an oval of pendant garlands with further scrolls, garlands above and below, flanked by two tied bows securing looped garlands supporting a musical instruments, applied with silver ribbon and rosette swags and bellflower borders. English, circa 1880.

Piqué work is identified by the presence of metals, usually gold and silver, set into materials such as tortoiseshell or ivory. A CITES licence will be supplied for any item being exported from the UK.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	tortoiseshell and silver
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	Circa 1880
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Victorian
Incollect Reference #:	690876

Dimensions

W.	9 in;	H.	12 in;	D.	1.5 in;
W.	22.86 cm;	H.	30.48 cm;	D.	3.81 cm;

Message from Seller:

Wick Antiques, established by Charles Wallrock in the early 1980s, specializes in fine antiques with a reputation built on extensive knowledge and long-standing relationships, including with Harrods. Contact Charles at 44.159.067.7558 or via email at charles@wickantiques.co.uk for exceptional pieces curated by a team with expertise in Islamic, Japanese, and fine works of art.

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