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MID-19TH CENTURY
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A CEYLONESE IVORY INLAID CALAMANDER WORK BOX
MID-19TH CENTURY
Of scalloped outline, the interior cover inlaid with foliage and an elephant design, the fitted interior with two removable trays with ivory and specimen wood lidded compartments, a five-section divider to the base
IMPORTANT NOTICE ON LOTS CONTAINING IVORY:
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.
6 ¼ in. (16 cm.) high; 15 ½ in. (39.5 cm.) wide; 10 ¾ in. (27.5 cm.) deep
MID-19TH CENTURY
Of scalloped outline, the interior cover inlaid with foliage and an elephant design, the fitted interior with two removable trays with ivory and specimen wood lidded compartments, a five-section divider to the base
IMPORTANT NOTICE ON LOTS CONTAINING IVORY:
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.
6 ¼ in. (16 cm.) high; 15 ½ in. (39.5 cm.) wide; 10 ¾ 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.