German Fairing pinbox, Venus’s dressing table, c. 1870

$450.00 AUD

German Fairing pinbox, of very unusual ‘Venus’ dressing table form with dolphin & red coral supports, the mirror framed in coral, seaweed & shells, a pair of candlesticks and shell comport to the top. Unmarked, c. 1870

Condition

minor wear only

Size

14 cm high

References

These delightful pieces of Victoriana are known as 'Fairigs' as they were a popular, cheap item available at fairs. They were mostly made in Germany for the English market.

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