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Overall in good condition. The painted decoration appears to be all original, but not examined out of the case. With some scattered scratches, flaking and losses to the painted decoration. With some scattered light nicks, marks and scratches. The box with some nicks and small losses, primarily to edges, and some refreshment to the decoraiton. The glass with some light abraions and surface scratching. The back plate loose and comes off. Fitted for electricity. Please note Christie's does not guarantee the working order of lighting.
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Lot 129Sale 19705
THE DIORAMA 19TH CENTURYA NORTH EUROPEAN PAINTED DIORAMAEstimate: USD 2,000 - 3,000
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