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Canton Carved Tortoiseshell Box, Qing Period 19th Century

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"Canton Carved Tortoiseshell Box, Qing Period 19th Century"

This beautiful and large round box is made of tortoiseshell, carved in high relief on the top and sides with a lively decoration of figures in a garden and house environment. The bottom is carved with a similar scene.

PERFECT CONDITION! Rare in this condition, the lid closes well, some light nibbling inside.
Cantonese work, Qing period circa 1880.

Diameter 9cm height 2.6cm, Weight 68g