Tribute to Jeanne Antoinette Poisson, known as Madame de Pompadour, a favorite of the court of Louis XV. She was a patron of the Enlightenment philosophes, most notably Voltaire. Gold-plated sterling silver, white enamel inlays, Meissen porcelain cap, hand-painted rose motif. Medium 18K gold nib engraved with French scrollery. Outer sleeve, outer box, lacquered wood display box, booklet. Limited Edition: 786/4810. Very fine condition, light micro scratches to gold, has been inked.
Tribute to Jeanne Antoinette Poisson, known as Madame de Pompadour, a favorite of the court of Louis XV. She was a patron of the Enlightenment philosophes, most notably Voltaire. Gold-plated sterling silver, white enamel inlays, Meissen porcelain cap, hand-painted rose motif. Medium 18K gold nib engraved with French scrollery. Outer sleeve, outer box, lacquered wood display box, booklet. Limited Edition: 786/4810. Very fine condition, light micro scratches to gold, has been inked.
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