Lot 404 , A Chinese Paktong square writing box and cover, late 19th century, 12.5cm sq.

A Chinese Paktong square writing box and cover, late 19th century, the cover engraved with a figure of an emperor, an elephant and attendants in a landscape, 12.5cm sq.
Estimate £500-700

Some rubbing and wear to the top and sides, almost certainly some over-polishing, the base retains a different colour, internally dirt spotted but otherwise good.


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Sold for £800