λ An Anglo-Indian ivory box

λ An Anglo-Indian ivory box, lac decorated with a central urn of flowers, writhing bands of scrolling foliage and swags of husks, the hinged lid revealing a sandalwood and paper lined interior with an open compartment, Vizagapatam, late 18th century, 20.2cm wide, 15.2cm deep.

Provenance: Antigone Clarke & Joseph O'Kelly, Antique Boxes, Tea Caddies & Society, 1700-1880, 2nd Edition, p.189, fig.265.