Sold for:
$600
$600
19th century. Collection of four small lidded tortoiseshell boxes comprising of one with tortoiseshell on hinged lid; a tortoiseshell box with rectangular silvered metal accent on hinged lid raised on small white feet; a tortoiseshell box with larger rectangular silvered metal accent at center of hinged lid with paneled top raised on four petite legs; and a tortoiseshell box (missing one foot) inscribed on bottom "Ms John Alger Died February 20, 1852 Buried in Victoria Park Cemetary, July 25". Inscribed box measures approximately 1.4" x 2.75" x 1.75".
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2014-08-09
