Lot 172
  • 172

An Anglo-Indian sandalwood and ivory campaign duet stand, Vizagapatam, circa 1810

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description

  • sandalwood, ivory, paduk, mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell
  • 148.5cm. high; 4ft. 10½in.
with fitted rectangular padouk wood carrying case inlaid with engraved ivory, mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell and brass

Provenance

Yehudi Menuhin (1916-1999)

Condition

A very interesting piece in good original condition. The ivory has some discolouration and there are signs of pitting to the metal as to be expected form age and use.
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