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An Anglo-Indian carved ivory box Berhampur Circa 1870
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- 10cm. high, 20cm. wide, 12cm. deep; 4in., 8in., 4½in.
the hinged lid with an oval medallion depicting a hunting scene within a foliate scroll border, the front, back and sides with similar carved flora and fauna, on short cabriole feet
Literature
Amin Jaffer, Furniture from British India and Ceylon (London: V&A, 2001), fig. 90.
Condition
Very good condition. There has been a repaired break above one hinge. There is a little shrinkage to the panel on the lid which has caused a separation around the border. None of the carved panels have cracks. There is some discolouration and surface dirt. The lid no longer closes tightly but leaves a small gap all around the edge.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
This box is typical of ivory carving from Murshidabad, which consisted principally of small-scale objects such as combs, chessmen and caskets constructed mainly of solid ivory. Throughout the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, such pieces were used to furnish reception rooms for European guests, and to present as gifts to East India Company officials.
A closely related box is illustrated (fig.1) from Berhampur c. 1867. A box of similar design was featured at the Third Exhibition of Native Fine and Industrial Art, held in Simla in 1881, and another example is in the Prince of Wales Museum, Bombay.