ANGLO-INDIAN IVORY-VENEERED JEWEL BOX,mid-to-late 18th century. Sarcophagus-form; the exterior of ivory panels, incised and hand-painted; the hinged cover featuring a hand-painted ivory plaque, surrounded by green velvet border; opening to reveal a single compartment, with later printed linen lining, mirror; the whole on bracket feet. Containing 32 Victorian ivory chess pieces - 16 natural ivory and 16 red-dyed ivory - 4 1/2 in. x 8 1/4 in. x 5 1/2 in. Estimate $2,500-3,500
