A PAINTED TOLE PURDONIUM OF CONCH SHELL-FORM, 19TH CENTURY

A PAINTED TOLE PURDONIUM OF CONCH SHELL-FORM, 19TH CENTURY

with scalloped lid, bronze Pegasus finial, and zinc liner
height 22 in.; width 19 in.; depth 30 in.
55.9 cm; 48.5 cm; 76.2 cm

Condition Report:
With minor rubbing, losses to decoration, and surface dirt. A few chips and dents consistent with age and use. Cracks to lid at back. Interior liner with cracks to edge in center.

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Provenance:
The Collection of Nancy Lancaster, Colefax & Fowler, London, 24 September 1982