Important South African & International Art, Decorative Arts & Jewellery

Live Auction, 14 March 2016

Session 2

Sold for

ZAR 17 052
Lot 269
  • An Anglo-Indian engraved ivory work-box, late 18th/early 19th century, Vizagapatam
  • An Anglo-Indian engraved ivory work-box, late 18th/early 19th century, Vizagapatam
  • An Anglo-Indian engraved ivory work-box, late 18th/early 19th century, Vizagapatam
  • An Anglo-Indian engraved ivory work-box, late 18th/early 19th century, Vizagapatam


Lot Estimate
ZAR 15 000 - 20 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 17 052

About this Item

An Anglo-Indian engraved ivory work-box, late 18th/early 19th century, Vizagapatam
rectangular, the hinged top centred by a raised tablet and engraved with flowers and foliage, the sandalwood-lined interior with removable tray fitted with three covered and open compartments, a spindle, thimble and velvet-lined pin cushion, the sides similarly engraved, hairlinecracks to ivory, 7,5cm high, 20cm wide, 15cm deep

*Please note that this lot is not suitable for export.



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