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Lot 63:
Description
A pair of decorative miniature wall plaques produced by Peter Bates Ltd, each featuring a classical motif in white relief set against a dark oval ground. One plaque depicts the Three Graces in classical attire, while the other features Nymphs in an ethereal composition. The cameos are protected by convex glass covers and housed within circular gold frames, each fitted with a suspension loop for wall mounting. The reverse of the items is finished in velvet-coloured fabric, one in brown and one in tan. Each plaque bears a rectangular gold adhesive label on the reverse. The first reads THREE GRACES IN CAMEO FROM THE MINIATURE WORLD OF PETER BATES LTD TITCHFIELD HANTS MADE IN ENGLAND. The second reads NYMPHS IN CAMEO FROM THE MINIATURE WORLD OF PETER BATES LTD TITCHFIELD HANTS MADE IN ENGLAND. The lot is accompanied by a 6th Edition informational booklet titled The Miniature World of Peter Bates Limited and two original presentation boxes with gold-coloured interiors.
Diameter: 9 cm
Box width: 10.8 cm.
Condition report:
The cameos and convex glass covers are in excellent condition with no visible chips or cracks. The gold frames retain a bright finish with no significant surface wear or oxidation. The velvet-style backing material is intact on both pieces. The presentation boxes show minor signs of shelf wear and compression to the corners and edges (photo 1). The informational booklet is in good condition with no visible tears or heavy creasing.
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