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An Anglo-Indian engraved ivory, buffalo horn, porcupine-quill and ebony sarcophagus form workbox, Vizagapatam, mid-19th century
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- ivory, buffalo horn, porcupine quill and ebony
- 23.5cm. high, 33.5cm. wide, 24cm. deep; 9 1/4 in., 1ft. 1 1/2 in., 9 1/2 in.
the sandalwood interior with a hinged compartment to the lid and a fitted silver-metal mounted lift-out tray
Condition
A very good example of its type. Some losses to quill covering and exposed timber core as a result. Minor evidence of residual glue from old repair. Hinge snapped and bent. Generally good and in country house condition.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
For an almost identical example in the Indian Museum, Kolkata, see Amin Jaffer, Furniture from British India and Ceylon, London, 2001, p. 212, fig. 58.