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19TH CENTURY
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A FINELY CARVED IVORY BOX AND COVER
19TH CENTURY
Well carved as a large gourd, the exterior carved in high relief and undercut with a leafy, flowering and fruiting vine on which sits a praying mantis looking at a butterfly in flight below, the box opening to reveal numerous figures at various pursuits while harvesting rice
7 7/16 in. (18.8 cm.) long
19TH CENTURY
Well carved as a large gourd, the exterior carved in high relief and undercut with a leafy, flowering and fruiting vine on which sits a praying mantis looking at a butterfly in flight below, the box opening to reveal numerous figures at various pursuits while harvesting rice
7 7/16 in. (18.8 cm.) long
Provenance
Acquired prior to World War II, and thence by descent within the family.
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.
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