Oval box, the cover, sides and base enamelled in deep blue with star paillons on engine-turned reeded ground scattered with pellets within a white and pale blue frame, the rims enamelled in green and ochre with a foliate border and flowerhead, the cover later set with a miniature on ivory depicting St John the Baptist as a child in a diamond frame
2³⁄₄ in. (70 mm.) wide

Baron Henri de Rothschild (1872-1947).
Albert Marber (1900-1960), then by descent.

This lot contains elephant ivory material and is offered with the benefit of being registered as ‘exempt’ in the UK in accordance with the UK Ivory Act. Please note that it is your responsibility to determine and satisfy the requirements of any applicable regulations relating to the export or import of any lot you purchase.

Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Please note this lot is the property of a consumer. See H1 of the Conditions of Sale.

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