A Dutch Colonial silver-mounted Indian rosewood travelling writing-box, 18th century

Session 2

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ZAR 33 420
Lot 251
  • A Dutch Colonial silver-mounted Indian rosewood travelling writing-box, 18th century
  • A Dutch Colonial silver-mounted Indian rosewood travelling writing-box, 18th century


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 20 000 - 25 000
Selling Price
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ZAR 33 420
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About this Item

A Dutch Colonial silver-mounted Indian rosewood travelling writing-box, 18th century
the rectangular hinged top applied with four bosses, the interior fitted with hinged compartments, brass ink and pounce pots, the front with pierced escutcheon and four smaller bosses, the sides with carrying-handles, on turned feet, 15,5cm high, 40cm wide, 28cm deep


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