An early 18th century Spanish colonial white metal mounted tortoiseshell casket

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An early 18th century Spanish colonial white metal mounted tortoiseshell casket Of rectangular form with domed hinged lid enclosing a velvet lined interior, the tortoiseshell veneer mounted with white metal rosettes, raised on ball feet, 10cm wide, 10cm high, 7cm deep This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Y Y Subject to CITES regulations when exporting items outside of the UK, see clause 13. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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An early 18th century Spanish colonial white metal mounted tortoiseshell casket

Lot 0032

Estimate £600-£800

Oct 6, 2026, 7:31 AM EDT

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Vernacular Furniture, Naïve Art, and Textiles

Sep 28, 2026, 7:00 AM EDT

London, UNITED KINGDOM, United Kingdom

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