Lot 35 The Property of a Private Swiss Collector

A Copper Powder Flask in the Form of a Cicada

Meiji period (late 19th century)

Closed8 December 2016

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GBP 1,500

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A Copper Powder Flask in the Form of a Cicada
Meiji period (late 19th century)
The well patinated copper flask in the form of a cicada, hammered and incised details, eyes inlaid in gilt, the head hinged and opening to reveal an inner compartment
7.3 cm. long

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A Copper Powder Flask in the Form of a Cicada

Meiji period (late 19th century)

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Meiji period (late 19th century)

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