Lot 205. A gem set gold spoon, India, circa 1850-1875; 8 ¼ ins. (21 cm.) long. Estimate USD 40,000 - USD 60,000. Price realised USD 27,500. © Christie's Image Ltd 2019

Set with diamonds, foiled rubies and emeralds, the reverse fully gem set in dense floral patterns.

Exhibited: Grand Palais, Paris 2017, p. 270, no. 202
The Doge’s Palace, Venice 2017, pp. 286-87, no. 199
The Palace Museum, Beijing 2018, p. 303, no. 203.

Note: For a sword hilt of similar design, see lot 126.

Christie's. Maharajas & Mughal Magnificence, New York, 19 June 2019