Lot 923:
Sold for £290 hammer
Estimate £80-£120
A 19th Century Ceylonese porcupine quill box, the panelled box produced from ivory, ebony and quill, the hinged cover revealing various compartments, with integrated covers and star and elephant design to the interior cover, 16cm x 31cm x 22cm.
Subject to CITES regulations and due to ivory content, this lot will require a re-export permit if shipped outside the mainland UK.
Condition report
Overall good condition with no major breaks of losses to the quills.
Subject to CITES regulations and due to ivory content, this lot will require a re-export permit if shipped outside the mainland UK.
One break to the wood at the interior cover.
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