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A SILVER OVERLAID BRASS PEN-CASE
VENICE, MID-16TH CENTURY
The surfaces finely worked with intricate interlaced geometric and arabesque
designs, the coat of arms of the Giustiniani family on the cover, remains of
silver inlay, very slightly rubbed, otherwise good condition
13Ω x 5Ω x 3æin. (34.6 x 14 x 9.5cm.)
£50,000-80,000 US$71,000-110,000
€59,000-93,000
PROVENANCE:
Commissioned for the Giustiniani family, Venice
The Giustiani family crest