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CIRCA 1780
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A CONTINENTAL SILVER-MOUNTED TORTOISESHELL-LINED LAQUERED BONBONNIERE WITH A SECRET MECHANISM
CIRCA 1780
Circular box, the independent cover and base lacquered with brown and yellow stripes, the cover centred with a glazed miniature of a gentleman, in pink coat and green waistcoat, with an attached painted ivory arm holding a black mask, which pivots to hide the sitter's face, the mechanism released by a lever hidden along the interior chased silver mount
2½ in. (63 mm.) diam.
CIRCA 1780
Circular box, the independent cover and base lacquered with brown and yellow stripes, the cover centred with a glazed miniature of a gentleman, in pink coat and green waistcoat, with an attached painted ivory arm holding a black mask, which pivots to hide the sitter's face, the mechanism released by a lever hidden along the interior chased silver mount
2½ in. (63 mm.) diam.
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.
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
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