Lot Essay
Compare a very similar writing-box, of identical form but with plainer decoration and surmounted by mirror (Christie's, Amsterdam, 21-22 September 2010, lot 122).
.jpg?w=1)
VIZIGAPATAM, SECOND HALF 18TH CENTURY
Details
AN ANGLO-INDIAN ETCHED IVORY-INLAID COROMANDEL AND EBONY SCRIBE'S CABINET
VIZIGAPATAM, SECOND HALF 18TH CENTURY
Decorated with registers of dense scrolling vine, each terminating in a large flowerhead, with fall flap front opening to form a writing table, the interior with four drawers similarly decorated, the lower drawer with shallow arcade motifs, the sides with carrying handles, the back inlaid with a ten-pointed star, minor damages, probably originally surmounted by a mirror
10¾ in. (27.5 cm.) high; 22¼ in. (56.5 cm.) wide; 10¾ in. (27.5 cm.) deep
VIZIGAPATAM, SECOND HALF 18TH CENTURY
Decorated with registers of dense scrolling vine, each terminating in a large flowerhead, with fall flap front opening to form a writing table, the interior with four drawers similarly decorated, the lower drawer with shallow arcade motifs, the sides with carrying handles, the back inlaid with a ten-pointed star, minor damages, probably originally surmounted by a mirror
10¾ in. (27.5 cm.) high; 22¼ in. (56.5 cm.) wide; 10¾ in. (27.5 cm.) deep
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Brought to you by
Joy McCall
Check the condition report or get in touch for additional information about this
If you wish to view the condition report of this lot, please sign in to your account.