A VERY FINE SWISS TORTOISE SHELL AND SILKWORK MUSIC BOX, (19th Century) Henri Capt of Geneva

of rectangular form, with glazed cover inset with an intricately worked silk panel depicting a...

A VERY FINE SWISS TORTOISE SHELL AND SILKWORK MUSIC BOX, (19th Century) Henri Capt of Geneva

of rectangular form, with glazed cover inset with an intricately worked silk panel depicting a harpist in a woodland with cherubs at play, contained within a foliate engraved yellow metal border, the interior with single cylinder movement stamped twice "H. CAPT", with winder and contained within a fitted red hide case (9cm wide)

PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CONTAINS OR IS MADE OF TORTOISESHELL

Bidders should be advised that importation regulations of several countries, including the US, prohibits the importation of tortoiseshell, or any goods containing tortoiseshell. Therefore Adams advises prospective purchasers who intend to ship this lot to another country to familiarise themselves with the relevant importation regulations prior to bidding. Adams will not be responsible for shipping items herein and the onus will be on the buyer to organise shipping at their own behest.

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