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BY BERLIOZ-LEROY, PARIS, CIRCA 1920; THE CORAL QING DYNASTY (1644-1911)
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A FRENCH 18K GOLD AND DIAMOND MOUNTED CORAL POWDER CASE
BY BERLIOZ-LEROY, PARIS, CIRCA 1920; THE CORAL QING DYNASTY (1644-1911)
The rectangular hinged box and cover with top and bottom panels carved in openwork with a bird amidst lotus flowers and vines, surrounded by a fine border of diamonds, and narrow coral panels on the sides, the box opening reveal a fitted mirror and compartment, with French standard marks on interior and to flange, signed ‘Berlioz-Leroy-Paris-Cannes’
2 ¼ in. (5.8 cm.) wide
BY BERLIOZ-LEROY, PARIS, CIRCA 1920; THE CORAL QING DYNASTY (1644-1911)
The rectangular hinged box and cover with top and bottom panels carved in openwork with a bird amidst lotus flowers and vines, surrounded by a fine border of diamonds, and narrow coral panels on the sides, the box opening reveal a fitted mirror and compartment, with French standard marks on interior and to flange, signed ‘Berlioz-Leroy-Paris-Cannes’
2 ¼ in. (5.8 cm.) wide
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.