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Lot 493

Lot 493

A lacquered tortoiseshell cigar case, decorated to both sides with birds perched on flowering...

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Lot 493

Lot Description

A lacquered tortoiseshell cigar case, decorated to both sides with birds perched on flowering and leafy branches, length measuring 4 5/8 inches (11.8 cm). Together with a faux tortoiseshell hair comb with pierced decoration. (2).

Export issue: Yes

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

Both items display general wear including surface scratches and contact marks in keeping with their use. The inner section of the cigar case has some much heavier contact marks from where it has been continually removed from the outer case.  


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