Lot #9 - A Ceylonese Tortoiseshell Sewing Box*
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Auction House:Leonard Joel
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Sale Name:Classic Furniture, Objects and Design Auction
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Sale Date:20 Nov 2011 ~ 12noon
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Lot #:9
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Lot Description:A Ceylonese Tortoiseshell Sewing Box*
Circa 1820. The shallow rectangular box veneered with tortoiseshell panels separated by inlaid bands of chevrons, the interior fitted with multiple compartments with further veneered covers, 26cm wide. -
References:Illustrated in Cummins, Dr G., Antique Boxes: Inside and Out, Antique Collector's Club, Suffolk, colour plate 589, p. 318.
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Notes:Note: for buyers intending to export this lot outside of Australia, CITES regulations apply. Contact department for details.
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Estimate:A$1,400 - 2,000
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Realised Price:
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Category:Sport & Hobbies
This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.