Lot n° 196
Estimation :
2000 - 3000
EUR
Result with fees
Result
: 2 318EUR
VIENNE - Lot 196
VIENNE
Rare rental box made in Paris in black leather-covered wood with its original fittings and lock, containing eight porcelain cups and nine saucers decorated in pink monochrome with large bunches of flowers, the borders with gold fillet.
Marked on the reverse in blue.
18th century (gold wear).
H of cup: 6.5 - D of saucer: 14 cm
In the 18th century, the acquisition of porcelain dinner services was reserved for the wealthier classes, and many people rented them for their receptions and dinners. This box illustrates this practice. (Wear and minor accidents, box sold as is). Box: 23 x 60 x 19.5 cm.
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