1137 - Cantonese ivory box carved with scenes of figures – China – 19th century

Cantonese ivory box carved with scenes of figures – China – 19th century Rectangular carved ivory box of Cantonese origin, decorated in high relief with scenes populated by figures amidst architectural elements, trees, and vegetation. The carving extends across the lid and front, with backgrounds densely worked with small perforated and dotted motifs. It retains a metal keyhole escutcheon on the front and zoomorphic metal supports at the lower corners. According to the information provided, accompanied by CITES documentation, it measures 6 × 17 × 10 cm. This lot contains items subject to CITES regulations, Regulation (EC) No 338/97 and/or other applicable regulations. Due to restrictions on international trade in protected species, this lot may not be shipped outside the European Union.