Description & Technical information
A Continental ivory rectangular plaque, early 19th century, finely carved with a farandole of putti around a sheaf of wheat symbolizing prosperity and happiness. The scene is framed by two finely carved trees and a neoclassical temple landscape.
Price: 2900 €
REF:6065.
Buyers should ensure they are familiar with the recent changes to US regulations, which impose restrictions on the import into the US of elephant ivory, including a complete prohibition on the import of African elephant ivory. A buyer's inability to export or import the lot cannot justify the cancellation of the sale.
Period: XIXème siècle., Early 19th century
Medium: Ivory
Dimensions: 7.8 x 23.5 cm (3¹/₈ x 9¹/₄ inches)
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