Silver & Objects of Vertu - Day 1 - 12th April - 12th April 2022
Lot 159
A large Indian presentation metalware casket / cigar box
Estimate £2,000 - £3,000
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Description
A large Indian presentation metalware casket / cigar box,
unmarked, circa 1930,
rectangular form, the hinged cover chased with elephants and mythical animals and birds, with chased foliate scroll decoration on a matted background, and with a peacock finial, inscribed 'Presented by The Committee of The Radio Club of Ceylon and South India and a Few Friends to Mr. E. Harper, Chief Engineer Telegraph Dept. Ceylon on his retirement in appreciation of his exceptional services to Broadcasting in Ceylon. 15-9-31', the sides with similar decoration, on four mythical animal feet, the interior wood lined, length 33.9cm.