Probably Japanese, 19th century
Of flattened ovoid form, each decorated in mother-of-pearl and gilt on a black ground, one side with figures in a lakeside pavilion, the reverse with a bird amongst fruiting branches or in flight above flowers, the sides with dense diaper pattern, apochryphal Qianlong mark, 8.9cm high, wood stands
Estimate: | £1,500 - £2,000 |
Hammer price: | £1,000 |
Some losses to each stopper
This lot contains ivory and has been registered in accordance with the Ivory Act (section10). Reference No.AUPVHGGE
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