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19TH CENTURY
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A TORTOISESHELL CYLINDRICAL HOLDER
19TH CENTURY
It is carved in relief to the case and cover with four variously shaped cartouches enclosing figures or pavilions and a circular roundel in reserve to the centre, bordered with lappets below a band of geometric motif on a dense ground with pavilions and trees.
6? in. (15.5 cm.) long
19TH CENTURY
It is carved in relief to the case and cover with four variously shaped cartouches enclosing figures or pavilions and a circular roundel in reserve to the centre, bordered with lappets below a band of geometric motif on a dense ground with pavilions and trees.
6? in. (15.5 cm.) long
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.