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PROBABLY GENEVA, CIRCA 1860
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A SWISS TORTOISESHELL SINGING-BIRD BOX
PROBABLY GENEVA, CIRCA 1860
rectangular tortoiseshell box, the cover centred with a hinged oval cover of polished gold, a slide on the front side opening the flap and releasing the mechanism of the colourfully plumed bird, the reverse panel with sliding compartment containing the key
3¾ in. (95 mm.) wide (2)
PROBABLY GENEVA, CIRCA 1860
rectangular tortoiseshell box, the cover centred with a hinged oval cover of polished gold, a slide on the front side opening the flap and releasing the mechanism of the colourfully plumed bird, the reverse panel with sliding compartment containing the key
3¾ in. (95 mm.) wide (2)
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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