Pair of Enamel on Copper Plaques of Saints

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Pair of Enamel on Copper Plaques of Saints, possibly Limoges, Continental, late 19th century, one depicting Saint Peter, the other Saint Paul, each saint depicted in a blue robe in a pointed Gothic arch with pierced pressed tin fruiting grapevine surround, with velvet backing, and wood frame, sight size of enamel lg. 8 3/4, frame size 13 1/4 x 6 in.
Estimate $300-500

St. Paul with small enamel loss to lower right corner, St. Peter with dime-sized enamel loss near hem of robe along back edge; both with minor gilt wear and defects to the pierced metal surround.

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