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A VIeTNAMese gOld MedIcINe sPOON, eX-cOllecTION bAO dAI
Vietnam, 18th-19th century. The small gold spoon with an elegantly curved
handle and an oval bowl, a fine example of gold craftsmanship.
Provenance: Ex-collection of Bao Dai, last emperor of the Nguyen dynasty
(a letter of provenance signed by Dr. Zelnik will be handed out to the winning
bidder upon request). Ex-Collection of The Zelnik István Southeast Asian Gold
Museum, acquired from the above. Institutional art collection in Belgium,
acquired from the above.
condition: Very condition with minor traces of age and wear. Fine copper-red
patina.
Weight: 8.8 g
Dimensions: Length 8.9 cm
estimate euR 8,000
Starting price EUr 4,000

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