Cantonese carved ivory calling card case, mid 19th Century, ...

Hammer

£440

Cantonese carved ivory calling card case, mid 19th Century, finely carved with a myriad of figures going about their daily activities, bordered with scrolling dragons and birds, and inscribed to the centre 'Souvenir', 11cm x 7cm x 2cm; also a further Cantonese carved ivory calling card case, late 19th Century, similarly carved with figures, 9cm x 5.5cm x 12mm (2)

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The larger card case: Small losses to the carving, well disguised within the intricacy of the piece (see images). These are few and difficult to find. On the inside flange there is a section that has been re-glued (see image). Weighs 140g
The smaller case: Section missing from the cover (see image). No further damage found. Weighs 56g