An Anglo-Indian inlaid ivory, ebony work box on a Regency penwork stand late 18th/early 19th century

Overall good restored condition; the Anglo-Indian workbox with some losses to the ivory inlaid top now with inpainting and infilling to flowerheads in places and with some slight discoloration; the interior probably fitted with a tray or compartments now lacking; the Regency stem and base with some inpainting and restoration to the japanned penwork decoration with small losses in places; piece is sturdy
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