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THE MOVEMENT BONTEMS, CIRCA 1890
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A FRENCH IVORY AND GILT-METAL SINGING-BIRD BOX**
THE MOVEMENT BONTEMS, CIRCA 1890
The rectangular ivory box set on four baluster feet, the oval cover with gilt-metal border, opening to a pierced foliate field and hatch for the bird, the bird with iridescent plumage, marked 1861 on movement, with key
4¼in. (108mm.) long
THE MOVEMENT BONTEMS, CIRCA 1890
The rectangular ivory box set on four baluster feet, the oval cover with gilt-metal border, opening to a pierced foliate field and hatch for the bird, the bird with iridescent plumage, marked 1861 on movement, with key
4¼in. (108mm.) 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