A DIVISION ONE BRASS ESCUTCHEONED WOOD BUTTON

1 Large 19th century Egyptian Revival example. Another example from the Lanier collection is this highly detailed and beautifully carved button in a rich colored wood base with a detailed brass escutcheon. The design is of the "Eye of Horus" a famous and ancient Egyptian symbol which is associated with healing and protective royal power. A very unusual and uncommon button to find. Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and above Date or Era: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918 Condition Request Condition Report PLEASE NOTE: These buttons for the most part are antique and may have age related wear. We make every effort to point out any significant condition related concerns, but again they are antique and not new. We also cannot be responsible for replaced shanks or issues related to the backs of any buttons on multiple button cards as we do not remove these buttons to re-card them. Please contact us if you would like any further condition reports on any lot.

Estimate:$50

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