"Vintage/antique Lacquered Wood Pencil Case With Abalone Mother-of-pearl Marquetry"
Sumptuous and rare pencil case, case or box, in vintage or antique black lacquered wood, probably of Korean origin, covered with abalone mother-of-pearl marquetry in shades of blue-grey with rainbow reflections, exterior entirely marquetry, lower part also marquetry inside. There is no word to describe the beauty of mother-of-pearl. Fine work. Elongated rectangular shape, lid placed. 24.5cm max length, 7.5cm max width, 3.5cm max height. Very good general condition, wear on 3 points of the lid, mother-of-pearl missing and visible wood a little worn, quite discreet however. Some small scratches and possible other discreet signs of wear. 4 small plastic cushions under the base probably after manufacture. 300gr.