Premier Auction
Sat, Aug 1, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Lot 952
Carved and Inlaid Coquera Coca Box
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
Upper Peruvian (formerly Bolivia), mid 18th/early 19th century, shell form wood box with carved figural and floral designs and mother of pearl inlay, hinged lid opening to fitted interior with three compartments, 6-1/2 x 9 x 10 in. , Provenance: Jorge Sáenz García (Bolivian, born 1897, businessman and diplomat)
small loss at tip of latch, original lining removed, scattered losses to mother of pearl, portions of lid edge are reglued, one hinge loose with some missing nails, light wear to carving, minor abrasions consistent with age and use
