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French Globe De Mariee / Bride'S Globe With Braided Lock Of Hair

Price realized
$615
Pre-sale estimate
$200 – $400
Hammer price
$500
Category
Other Collectibles
Sold
September 27, 2026
Sale
DAY 3 - SEPTEMBER 2026 | FROM VERSAILLES TO THE SOUTHWEST PREMIER AUCTION EVENT

Lot description

French globe de mariee/ bride's globe, late 19th c., glass cloche/ dome on ebonized base, enclosing gilt-metal frame with songbird and foliate motifs, among small beveled mirror plates, centering paper card inscribed "Joseph Meoreau, 45e d'Artilliere, Orleans," over tufted cushion and braided lock of blonde hair, approx 20.5"h, 12.5"w, 8.5"d, 7.75lbs

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.