A Vizagatapatam ivory sewing casket, second quarter 19th century, of sarcophagus form with sunburst motif to the domed cover with reeded sides and lac decorated continuous leaf and flower banded borders, on four gadrooned bun feet, the sandalwood and ivory veneered interior with fitted tray containing lidded compartments and sewing accessories, Dimensions width 35cm depth 28cm height 18cm Condition Report Some occasional lifting and re-glueing to the Ivory veneers on the exterior. The cover is slightly warped to the right hand side and doesn't fit flush. The lac work decoration on the left-hand lower band is worn or faded. The metal hinged lid support to the right hand side of the interior of the box is broken.PLEASE NOTE:- Prospective buyers are strongly advised to examine personally any goods in which they are interested BEFORE the auction takes place. Whilst every care is taken in the accuracy of condition reports, Gorringes provide no other guarantee to the buyer other than in relation to forgeries. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and some descriptions in the catalogue or given by way of condition report make reference to damage and/or restoration. We provide this information for guidance only and will not be held responsible for oversights concerning defects or restoration, nor does a reference to a particular defect imply the absence of any others. Prospective purchasers must accept these reports as genuine efforts by Gorringes or must take other steps to verify condition of lots. If you are unable to open the image file attached to this report, please let us know as soon as possible and we will re-send your images on a separate e-mail.