South African Art, Jewellery and Decorative Arts

Live Auction, 4 February 2013

Decorative Arts

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ZAR 6 441
Lot 237
  • An Indo-Portuguese ivory figure of St Francis Xavier, early 19th century


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 6 000 - 8 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 6 441
Auction Catalogue

About this Item

An Indo-Portuguese ivory figure of St Francis Xavier, early 19th century
the standing figure's robes outlined in green and gilt, his shoulders adorned with a stole, holding a staff in his right hand and a crucifix in his left, the base with the initials 'S.F.X.' in gilt, on a shaped rectangular wooden base, 8cm high


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