A lignum vitae string box, 19th century | Christie's

Sale 8563

Oak, Country Furniture, Folk Art and Works of Art

London, South Kensington

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3 November 1999

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Lot 874

A lignum vitae string box, 19th century

Price realised

GBP 69

Estimate

GBP 25 - GBP 200

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A lignum vitae string box, 19th century
of cylindrical form with domed cover and octagonal base -- 6in. (15.9cm.) high
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