A 19th-Century Porcelain Phrenological Seal
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A 19th-Century Porcelain Seal in the Form of a Phrenological Head
Dimensions
3.5
Circa
19th Century
Country of manufacture
UK and Ireland
Description
A 19th-century English porcelain letter seal in the form of a phrenological head. The areas of the skull numerically demarcated with the key surrounding the neck. Height: 3.5″ We’ve provided links to two other similar heads for price comparison.
https://www.georgeglazer.com/wpmain/product/science-medical-phrenology-head-miniature-porcelain-antique-late-19th-century/
https://www.1stdibs.com/furniture/decorative-objects/picture-frames/late-19th-century-ceramic-seal/id-f_26399762/
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Dealer information
M and R Gordon
Michael and Roberta Gordon have been dealing in medical and dental antiques for more than four decades. They have helped build a number of major private collections and have contributed to the holdings of many museums. They also deal in other scientific and technology related items, including calculating instruments, office machines, patent models and wine-related accessories such as corkscrews. ROBERTA GORDON IS A SKILLED RESTORER WHO CAN HELP YOU WITH ANY INSTRUMENTS AND CASES THAT NEED ATTENTION. Feel free to contact them for details at: [email protected] or 718-541-5974
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