Lot no. 393
Articulated Skeleton in Gold Closet Memento Mori Pendant Charm. Early 20th century A.D. Formed as a cupboard with hinged door, decorative openwork backplate and an applied large question mark to the door; inside the cupboard a white enamelled skeleton with articulated fold-out legs and articulated jaw operated by lever from the rear. 5.39 grams, 40 mm (legs extended) (1 1/2 in.).
Property of a County Durham collector; acquired on the UK art market.
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