Furniture, Works of Art & Clocks - Day 2 - 21st April 2021

Lot 467

λ AN ANGLO-INDIAN IVORY AND PORCUPINE QUILL WORKBOX

Estimate £500 - £800

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Description

λ AN ANGLO-INDIAN IVORY AND PORCUPINE QUILL WORKBOX

VIZAGAPATAM, C.1830-50

of sarcophagus form, lac decorated with bands of scrolling flowers and foliage, the hinged lid revealing a lift-out sandalwood lined tray, with lidded compartments and divisions for sewing utensils, on lobed feet

17.5cm high, 24.2cm wide, 18.5cm deep