Cylindrical quest trunk, said "piggy bank", in re-silvered brass.

Molded base underlined by a gadroon.

Lid on hinge with openwork plate, bordered by an openwork gallery.

Mobile handle with turned central grip and leafy attachments.

With two keys, later.

Reassembly with old elements of the eighteenth century and later.

Welding at the bottom.

H. 23.4 cm - Diameter : 12.6 cm.

Wear, scratches, small shocks; hinge to be revised.
Live Friday 25 November 2022・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 173

Cylindrical quest trunk, said "piggy bank", in re-silvered brass. Molded base underlined by a gadroon. Lid on hinge with openwork plate, bordered by an openwork gallery. Mobile handle with turned central grip and leafy attachments. With two keys, later. Reassembly with old elements of the eighteenth century and later. Welding at the bottom. H. 23.4 cm - Diameter : 12.6 cm. Wear, scratches, small shocks; hinge to be revised.

Estimate
€250 - €300
Result
€200
Buyer's premium
24%
Cylindrical quest trunk, said "piggy bank", in re-silvered brass. Molded base underlined by a gadroon. Lid on hinge with openwork plate, bordered by an openwork gallery. Mobile handle with turned central grip and leafy attachments. With two keys, later. Reassembly with old elements of the eighteenth century and later. Welding at the bottom. H. 23.4 cm - Diameter : 12.6 cm. Wear, scratches, small shocks; hinge to be revised.
Sale Friday 25 November 2022・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 16 - Hôtel Drouot 9, rue Drouot 75009 Paris