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  • Lot# : 5531 Egypt Kingdom

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    1888/89: De La Rue artist's Essay in the accepted design for the 1 piastre value, hand-painted in deep blue and chinese white on thin tracing paper, 87 x 67 mm., dated in pencil at top 'July 27, 88'. Superb and beautiful example of the artist's work, unique. Illustrated in Smith on page 417. Signed Todd AIEP Nile Post E112  = $ 1'250.

    Provenance: Collection John Gilbert (March 1977), lot 2539
    Starting bid : 750 CHF
    Hammer price : 3,600 CHF