Antique (19th Century) 'worked' marine turtle shell, painted with gilt double-headed eagle armorial, Agnus Dei (Lamb and Flag) and motto 'Pro Rege. Lege et Grege' (For King, Law and People) - possibly the civic Coat of Arms of Perth, Scotland (but with red saltire), 52cm wide and high, with suspension chain
Sold for £220
Antique (19th Century) 'worked' marine turtle shell, painted with gilt double-headed eagle armorial, Agnus Dei (Lamb and Flag) and motto 'Pro Rege. Lege et Grege' (For King, Law and People) - possibly the civic Coat of Arms of Perth, Scotland (but with red saltire), 52cm wide and high, with suspension chain
Auction: Quarterly Specialist Sale, 9th Jun, 2022
Our Quarterly Specialist Sale of Fine Furniture, Modern Design, Paintings, Prints, Silver, Jewellery, Watches, Ceramics, Glassware & other Collectors Items.
Highlights include a set of George II silver tea canisters and sugar box in fitted ebonised case, an exhibition-quality Italian micromosaic table, a collection of Galle and other French art glass, and even a 1955 Jaguar Mark VII M car!
Viewing
Tuesday 7th June 10am to 5pm
Wednesday 8th June 10am to 5pm
Morning of sale 9am to 10:30am