24th May, 2023 10:00
Asian & Islamic Art
415
Travelling set of bone chopsticks and knife
Chinese
in a shagreen case, decorated with a flower and various patterns
Provenance:- from the descendant of a British Indian colonial family, related to General William Clive Justice, who led the British troops at the siege of Delhi, during the Indian mutiny.
Note- one of the chopsticks is missing from this set
Travelling set of bone chopsticks and knife
Chinese
in a shagreen case, decorated with a flower and various patterns
Provenance:- from the descendant of a British Indian colonial family, related to General William Clive Justice, who led the British troops at the siege of Delhi, during the Indian mutiny.
Note- one of the chopsticks is missing from this set
Overall wear consistent with age and use. Losses to the case. Rusting to the blade of the knife. Some chips to the chopstick.
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Auction: Asian & Islamic Art, 24th May, 2023
