Important South African & International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Live Auction, 14 March 2016

Session 1

Sold for

ZAR 21 600
Lot 98
  • A mother-of-pearl, lapis lazuli gilt and gold paper knife, retailed by Hancock, 39 Bruton Street, 1851-1869


Lot Estimate
ZAR 15 000 - 20 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 21 600

About this Item

A mother-of-pearl, lapis lazuli gilt and gold paper knife, retailed by Hancock, 39 Bruton Street, 1851-1869

the waisted mother-of-pearl blade with foliate gold mounts, to a lapis lazuli handle, minor loss to the blade, minor loss to one leaf of the mount, 23,5cm long; cased



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