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Antique 19th century Anglo Indian Ivory and Ebony inlaid rosewood desk chair

Offered by: Michael Lipitch Ltd

Description
India Cochin c.1870.

An Anglo Indian 19th Century Ivory and Ebony Inlaid Rosewood Presentation Library Chair of Museum Standard. Incorporating PUNJABI Script and Motifs, over the Motto. "HONOUR IS OUR FAMILY TREASURE". This Motto and the Opposing Elephant Cresting are the Motto and Symbol of Cochin, a Former Kingdom in the South West of India Located in Modern Day Kerala.

Signed G T School, Trichur

Provenance
Private Collection.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Rosewood.
Condition:	Very Good.
Creation Date:	1870
Styles / Movements:	Anglo-Indian
Incollect Reference #:	336821

Message from Seller:

Michael Lipitch established his antiques business in 1960. However, the family name “Lipitch” has been synonymous with the antiques profession for one hundred years. The company aims to provide collectors, museums and designers an opportunity to utilise the experience of an established expert in 17th, 18th & 19th century antiques. All pieces are personally selected by Michael, with authenticity, provenance, rarity, original colour and patination being of upmost importance.

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