LOUIS XVI STYLE SHEATH In violet wood veneer and stained wood fillets, chased and gilded bronze ornamentation, grey veined marble top, the front decorated with a medallion depicting a vestal near an Athenian woman; minor accidents. H. 111.5 cm (43 ¾ in.) l. : 43 cm (17 in.) P. 33 cm (13 in.) Tray dimensions : 33 x 28,5 cm (13 in. x 11 ¼ in.) A Louis XVI style gilt-bronze mounted and kingwood stand *Information for buyers : Lot from outside the EU: The hammer price is exclusive of VAT. VAT at the reduced rate of 5.5% applies to the hammer price. This VAT is recoverable for French professionals. It is reimbursable for a buyer from outside the EU on presentation of proof of export from the EU or for a professional bidder providing proof of an intra-Community VAT number and a document proving delivery in the Member State. For a buyer leaving the EU, a CITES re-export certificate may be required, at the expense of the future buyer. Restrictions may apply depending on the country of destination. *Information to the buyers : Lot from outside the EU : The hammer price and premium will be VAT excluded. 5.5% VAT will be added to the hammer price and premium. Upon request, this VAT can be refunded to the purchaser on presentation of written proof of exportation outside EU, or to the EU purchaser who will submit his intracommunity VAT number and a proof of shipment to an EU country. For an exit from the EU, a CITES re-export certificate will be necessary, at the buyer's expense. Restrictions can apply depending on the country of destination.