Tortoiseshell Covered Case

Description:

Tortoiseshell Covered Case, China, circular, with straight sides, the case decorated with a continuous landscape on one side and a garden scene with figures in bas-relief on the reverse, the cover with a band of lotus designs to the side and a garden scene with figures around a seated man, ht. 1 1/8, dia. 3 1/2 in.
Estimate $700-900

in good condition with a minor crack to cover rim, minor surface scratches.


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