A large ivory, bone and mirror veneered jewellery casket, Archangel, 18th century

of temerok form, the front hinged panel opening to reveal eight drawers, flanked by two hidden side drawers, the surface applied with scroll-pierced ivory panels, further decorated with tortoiseshell and ivory inlaid zebra patterns and stained green borders, four bracket feet

The Ariane Dandois Collection, sold, Sotheby's New York, 26 October 2007, lot 507 

The Casket is most unusual and a very impressive piece. There is evidence of restoration and minor damage to the casket as would be expected for a piece of this age and size. For more information read on. Front: There is crude restoration to the ivory evident along the front left corner (facing) of the casket. The green stained panel above the mirror on the front section is missing revealing chipped mirror behind. Further cracks and minor losses evident to the front panel. The mirror has been replaced at the front of the casket. Front interior (draws etc): The lock retains the original key but no longer works. This has been replaced by a ivory slot holding the hinged panel in place. The eight draws appear to be in good condition with only minor cracks and losses to the ivory. Right side (facing) The mirror is cracked, minor cracks and losses to the ivory. Back: The corner edges on both sides are restored and chipped. The main body of the panel in overall good condition. Left side (facing): Back: The corner edges on both sides are restored and chipped. The panel to the left of the mirror is coming loose at the bottom. Minor cracks and losses to the ivory generally. Cover: The tortoiseshell zebra pattern on the left side almost entirely replaced, similar restoration to smaller parts of the other zebra work on the lid. More minor losses and cracks to the ivory on the rest of the lid.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."