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886 - A Ceylonese (Sri Lankan) ebony and ivory-inlaid workbox, late 19th/early 20th century, the exterior with ribbed veneers, revealing the underside of the cover inset with a roundel centred with an elephant, the fitted interior with a lift-out segmented tray, the compartments with lids Ivory Declaration Submission Reference: CRSQC6WQ Ivory - Important Information: This lot contains ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding. (28.5cm wide, 19.5cm deep, 10.5cm high) Condition Report: The box does not shut flush. The back of the cover is slightly lifted. Marks, scratches and losses are present. One screw lacking from hinges. Interior compartments with handles lacking. Lifting veneer and ivory inlay present. Base on left hand side of compartments split. Split to back of interior. For additional images, please request a condition report.
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A Ceylonese (Sri Lankan) ebony and ivory-inlaid workbox, late 19th/early 20th century, the exterior with ribbed veneers, revealing the underside of the cover inset with a roundel centred with an elephant, the fitted interior with a lift-out segmented tray, the compartments with lids Ivory Declaration Submission Reference: CRSQC6WQ Ivory - Important Information: This lot contains ivory material. Please be advised that several countries, including those in the EU and the USA, now prohibit the importation of ivory items unless under specific conditions. Accordingly, prospective buyers should familiarise themselves with the relevant customs regulations of their country and ensure they are able to import this item prior to bidding. (28.5cm wide, 19.5cm deep, 10.5cm high) Condition Report: The box does not shut flush. The back of the cover is slightly lifted. Marks, scratches and losses are present. One screw lacking from hinges. Interior compartments with handles lacking. Lifting veneer and ivory inlay present. Base on left hand side of compartments split. Split to back of interior. For additional images, please request a condition report.
Auction details
Asian and Islamic Art - Day TwoAuction house
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