A Vizagapatam ivory, tortoiseshell and ebony overlaid sandalwood work basket, with two sloping hinged lids with loop handle, on four claw feet, the lids each with a cartouche depicting a seated figure of Vishnu within a pierced foliate panel, the borders and side panels similarly decorated depicting the goddess Parvati, the borders and handles with a vine bearing flowers. 24 by 32 by 28 cm. Please note: this lot contains ivory and is therefore subject to the relevant trade restrictions in correspondence with CITES regulations. Customers should familiarize themselves with the relevant CITES regulations before bidding.