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A Danish Royal sterling silver inkwell, of oval shape, engraved with rocailles and foliage. Engraved with inscription: “Son Altesse Royale Margrethe de Danemark, par les Élèves de l'Ecole francaise Østerbro 9' Juni 1921”. Maker A. Michelsen, Copenhagen 1921. Weight excl. glass liner 240 g. L. 16 cm.

Gift to Princess Margrethe (1895–1992). Daughter of Prince Valdemar, youngest son of Christian IX.

Provenance: Descendants of King Christian IX until this year, hereafter in private ownership.

Condition

Wear due to age and use. Defect cover-hinge. Later glass liner.

Auction

Paintings, furniture and varia, 30 November 2020

Category

Silver ▸ Silver

Estimate

2,000–3,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

2,900 DKK  

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