Cylindrical case for a note or love letter with rounded...
Cylindrical case for a note or love letter with rounded ends, made of lacquered wood in the Martin varnish style and decorated with an Italian lakeside landscape; the clasp is made of brown tortoiseshell (Eretmochelys imbricata). Guilloché silver fittings.
Last quarter of the 18th century, first quarter of the 19th century.
H: 14.5 – Diameter: 2.5 cm.
Chips in the paint layer.
Expert: Mr. Pierre GRIGNON-DUMOULIN - 06.09.83.33.29
This item is made from material derived from a protected animal species (Eretmochelys imbricata), classified as I/A under CITES/EU.
This specimen meets the definition of a pre-Convention worked antiquity. If transported, the specimen must be accompanied by this expert report.
In the event of export, the purchaser is advised to inquire about the applicable legislation in the country of destination.
Cylindrical case for a note or love letter with rounded ends, made of lacquered wood in the Martin varnish style and decorated with an Italian lakeside landscape; the clasp is made of brown tortoiseshell (Eretmochelys imbricata). Guilloché silver fittings.
Last quarter of the 18th century, first quarter of the 19th century.
H: 14.5 – Diameter: 2.5 cm.
Chips in the paint layer.
Expert: Mr. Pierre GRIGNON-DUMOULIN - 06.09.83.33.29
This item is made from material derived from a protected animal species (Eretmochelys imbricata), classified as I/A under CITES/EU.
This specimen meets the definition of a pre-Convention worked antiquity. If transported, the specimen must be accompanied by this expert report.
In the event of export, the purchaser is advised to inquire about the applicable legislation in the country of destination.
