Early 20th Century Mother of Pearl Abalone Inlaid Chinese or Vietnamese Box

Description

We are selling this very pretty Mother of Pearl or abalone inlaid wood box. The box is either Southern Chinese or Vietnamese and has very pretty detailed inlay with floral scenes.

Condition: Some surface wear to the wood with some losses to the inlay.

Dimensions:
Height 1 3/4 Inches 4.6 cm
Width 6 1/4 Inches 15.9 cm
Depth 4 3/8 Inches 11.2 cm

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Some wear to the wood. A few small splits to the wood with some losses to the inlay.

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Details:
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Some wear to the wood. A few small splits to the wood with some losses to the inlay.

Buyer's Premium

20%

Dimensions

1.75 x 6.25 x 4.38 in

Early 20th Century Mother of Pearl Abalone Inlaid Chinese or Vietnamese Box

Lot 0073

Estimate $130-$340

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$65

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