Lot 175 , A 19th century Indian Vizagapatam ivory work box, 11.25in.

A 19th century Indian Vizagapatam ivory work box, decorated with ribbon tied floral interlaced scrolls, with a fitted interior, 11.25in.
Estimate £300-400

Top has warped slightly so left front corner lifting approx 0.5cm, other minor shrnkage cracks to ivory panels i places, mainly on lid. Few sections of ivory border on base of box around lid that have been replaced and probably redecorated with the bell husk flowers. Interior- few pieces missing. Overall average condition


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Sold for £380