Description
A unique collector's object - a complete 19th century collection of the so called white ellipticals.
A total of 50 oval ellipticals with heights ranging from 2.5 to 4.3 cm, showing portraits of gods and ancient historical figures.
Very high artistic class of each of the 50 engraved gems.
Each in a separate binding with a gilded top edge and a sequential number, hand-calligrammed on the binding in black ink.
All clips preserved in the perfect condition.
The whole described and exposed in a dedicated, lockable wooden cassette of 37 x 24 cm.
On the inside of the cassette - a catalogue on handmade paper, identifying all characters.
Extreme collector's rarity. Even single such clips are very rare and sought after objects, whose prices usually range from 400 to even 1500 PLN, depending on the state of preservation, size and artistic class.
Here we have a whole, complete collection of 50 engraved gems, preserved in the office states.
The object is recommended for the best collections and libraries.
Style |
neoclassicism |
Classification |
Gliptic |
Date of creation |
The second half of the 19th century |
Place of origin |
Central Europe |
Material |
Artistic gypsum / gilding on the edges |
Luminaire |
Wooden cassette |
Dimensions |
Height of the gemms : from 2.5 to 4.3 cm || Cassette dimensions : height / width: 37/24 cm |
Condition of the object |
Perfect. After professional maintenance. |
Damages |
None |
Certificate |
YES - Certificate of Authenticity |
Warranty |
YES - Guarantee of Legality of Origin |
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