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THE MOVEMENT BONTEMS, CIRCA 1890
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A FRENCH TORTOISESHELL AND GILT-METAL SINGING-BIRD BOX**
THE MOVEMENT BONTEMS, CIRCA 1890
The rectangular tortoiseshell case with rear key compartment, the oval cover with later polychrome enamel scene of figures walking by a lakeside, the interior cover painted with a lakeside view, opening to a pierced foliate field and hatch for the bird, the bird with iridescent plumage, with key
3¾in. (95mm.) long
THE MOVEMENT BONTEMS, CIRCA 1890
The rectangular tortoiseshell case with rear key compartment, the oval cover with later polychrome enamel scene of figures walking by a lakeside, the interior cover painted with a lakeside view, opening to a pierced foliate field and hatch for the bird, the bird with iridescent plumage, with key
3¾in. (95mm.) long
Special notice
Notice Regarding the Sale of Material from Endangered Species.
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