A rare shagreen and ivory cigar box, by Calloys of Mayfair, circa 1910
Estimate $2,000 – $3,000
PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF DAME NELLIE MELBA GBE
of rectangular form, the exterior fully veneered in shagreen with ivory stringing, opening to reveal a maple interior with adjustable dividers, the base inset with green morocco leather, bearing the ivory label 'Calloys of Mount Street Mayfair '
12 cm high, 28 cm wide, 20 cm deep
- Lot Sold $3,200 (Hammer Price)
- $3,904 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)
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Alison AlfordConsultant Arts & DesignSydney T: +61 (0)2 9302 2402 E: Alison Alford |
Ann RobertsConsultant, Asian Art Arts & DesignMelbourne T: +61 (0)3 9508 9900 E: Ann Roberts |
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Anthony HurlConsultant Arts & DesignAdelaide T: +61 (0)8 7225 7836 E: Anthony Hurl |
Philip A. GoreConsultant, Clocks, Barometers & Scientific Instruments Arts & Design |
AU0794 |
31 Mar 2015 - 1 Apr 2015 |
Melbourne
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