Emporium & Humber Family Collection Auction
Fri, Feb 4, 2022 09:00AM EST
Lot 26
Victorian Papier Mache and Mother of Pearl Box
Estimate: $200 - $400
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 |
19th century, scalloped edges, hinged lid opening to pale blue velvet lined interior, decorated with Mother of Pearl inlay, figural silhouettes amongst borders of grapevines, gilt accents, black lacquer ground, 5-5/8 x 13 x 16 in.
Provenance: North Carolina Collection
Condition
scattered chips, flakes, and losses, wear to gilt decoration, scratches and abrasions, some cracks and crackle, velvet with some stains
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