Attributed to Francis Garnier Valetti, Italy, 1808-1889 | Citron

Attributed to Francis Garnier Valetti
Italy, 1808-1889
Citron

wax, found wood
now on a black painted metal stand, with a printed label printed 'no. 24'
52cm. high; 8 1/2in.
Made in Turin during the third quarter of the 19th century.

Condition Report:
Unusual and very decorative. The leaves possibly redecorated, one with minute chip. Lemon 18cm. high. Very finely executed.

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