(2) English Naturalistic Porcelain Bodkin Cases
Late 18th c., probably Chelsea, both gilt metal mounted, the first formed as a strongly ribbed tree trunk crowned with a bouquet of rose flowers, the base dotted, the second of tulip form with leafy body and insect, and a petal-form parrot tulip cover, larger: 5" l
Condition: Both in good antique condition, other than some scattered oxidation to gilt mounts
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Late 18th c., probably Chelsea, both gilt metal mounted, the first formed as a strongly ribbed tree trunk crowned with a bouquet of rose flowers, the base dotted, the second of tulip form with leafy body and insect, and a petal-form parrot tulip cover, larger: 5" l
Condition: Both in good antique condition, other than some scattered oxidation to gilt mounts
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