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Tortoiseshell Casket Box With Rippled Serpentine Sides

$3,250
£2,474.81
€2,849.67
CA$4,605.54
A$4,953.91
CHF 2,647.51
MX$58,392.52
NOK 33,378.96
SEK 30,514.70
DKK 21,291.87

About the Item

Rare Dutch 18th century Tortoiseshell box with rippled serpentine sides embellished with silver mounts and mobility silver ball feet. Some small cracks in the lid, barely noticeable. Circa 1780-1820.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1780s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some small cracks in the lid, barely noticeable otherwise in excellent condition with wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6652241385252

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