Lot 418 , A Chinese export ivory card case, 19th century, 8.3cm.
A Chinese export ivory card case, 19th century, typically carved in high relief with figures amid pavilions and trees, 8.3cm.
Estimate £200-300
The main section of the card case has bowed inward slightly, there is a small chip loss on the top corner and some old paint residue on one bottom corner, some fine age cracks, otherwise good condition.
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Sold for £360