Lot 261: Indo-Portuguese Scribe's Casket

17th century, rosewood veneer, mahogany secondary, ivory inlay, ornately inlaid case, decorated to all sides with trees and birds, with iron handles, fall front lid, opening to reveal inlaid interior with six drawers with repeating inlay to lid.
10.5 x 16 x 12 in.

Lacking key; several veneer chips and losses to ivory throughout including a 3 in. and 2 in. strip to lid, patch to front left side of door; some strips missing to bottom right side; top drawer missing left pull; bottom right pull possibly replaced. This lot contains animal or plant material that may be restricted under federal, state, and/or local law. Please refer to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.