Lot Details
Lot 51
Continental Carved Ivory and Ebonized Casket
Late 19th century
Of rectangular form, decorated with figural plaques, grotesque masks, fruit garlands and meandering vines, the corners with herm figures, the hinged cover surmounted with a rosebud finial, interior cedar lined. Height 10 1/2 inches, width 15 inches, depth 10 1/2 inches.
Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000
Sold for $12,500 (includes buyer's premium)
Additional Notes & Condition Report
Appears to be in generally good condition; Some minor losses to ivory elements, including twig branch end on the rose bud finial; toe tips to male figure seated on swing panel, etc.
Some glue residue around ivory side panels. Does not contain original locking key. Cedar lined interior and shelf may be later replacements. Some mildew residue along interior flat top edges of casket and underside of cover.
There are ivory plaques on all four sides.
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Some glue residue around ivory side panels. Does not contain original locking key. Cedar lined interior and shelf may be later replacements. Some mildew residue along interior flat top edges of casket and underside of cover.
There are ivory plaques on all four sides.
Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Doyle New York shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
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