with painted decoration, the first bearing the Royal Coat of Arms, initials 'V.R' and dated 1848, 39cm long; the second with Royal crest, initials 'V.R, Po H.H', an anchor and dated 1854, 30cm long
Provenance:
Property of the late Gabriela Grillo
Sold for £200
Condition Report
The painted decoration has significant wear throughout, with loses to the paint pigment on both truncheons. On the 1848 truncheon, there is a deep scratch close to the handle which looks to have been made when the truncheon was made. The handle has scratching and wear throughout. There is no visible sings ofn opne splits to the truncheons. The handle of the 1854 truncheon has a even colouration and a well-handled patina.
Auction: The Fine Sale, 5th Dec, 2024
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