Lot 862

A JERUSALEM MOTHER-OF-PEARL INLAID OLIVE WOOD CRUCIFIX (2)

Late 18th / Early 19th Century, depicting Christ and the Mother and Child to the base, losses, 56.5cm high; together with a Japanese Momoyana mother-of-pearl inlaid gold Hiramaki-e decorated lacquer casket, distressed, 17cm wide; 11cm high

Estimate: £150 - £250
Hammer price: £380
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

Condition report:

Crucifix

Fairly extensive loss of mother-of-pearl (none present) on two sides of cross and front of base - both depictions still clear.

Large crack in wood at back and underside of base.

Cross can be removed from base and tilts slightly when in situ.

Casket:

Extensive loss of lacquer decor on top.

Metal lock fine, no key.

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