WOODEN BOX WITH WHALE IVORY AND PAINTED EMBELLISHMENTS...

WOODEN BOX WITH WHALE IVORY AND PAINTED EMBELLISHMENTS 19th Century
Believed to be whaleman-made. Lid with assorted whale ivory shapes, including hearts, diamonds, arrows, etc., surrounding a central raised panel with whale ivory stars at each corner and a lyre form at center. Front of lid with two whale ivory lovebirds. Whale ivory escutcheon and lock plates. Sides with painted floral and bird decoration. Painted red and gold-colored trim. Height 4.25". Width 13". Depth 8".
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Believed to be whaleman-made. Lid with assorted whale ivory shapes, including hearts, diamonds, arrows, etc., surrounding a central raised panel with whale ivory stars at each corner and a lyre form at center. Front of lid with two whale ivory lovebirds. Whale ivory escutcheon and lock plates. Sides with painted floral and bird decoration. Painted red and gold-colored trim. Height 4.25". Width 13". Depth 8".
This item is not available for international delivery without CITES and other necessary permits. Obtaining these permits is the obligation of the buyer. Please be aware of current international and domestic regulations and bid accordingly.

Condition: Some paint loss and other suface wear. Central piece of lyre from on lid may have been mounted with a metal name plate, now missing.

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