Lot 1095 , A 19th century Ceylonese ebony and bone inlaid porcupine quill work box length 27cm

A 19th century Ceylonese ebony and bone inlaid porcupine quill work box length 27cm
Estimate £60-90


ex Congelow House

Some loss to quills. One hinge is loose. Several of the bone pieces are missing. Interior lid panel is split. Some are loose inside. Some pieces of timber have come loose inside but present. Working key inside.


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Sold for £35