Ottoman Empire 18th century, Mother-of-pearl and tortoiseshell marquetry wedding chest, the slightly domed lid, decorated on all sides with a checkerboard pattern of large floral motifs in cartouches, ormolu side handles, fine original key lock, H: 68 cm, L: 124 cm, W: 63 cm, very good condition (4 small mother-of-pearl or horn triangles missing, minor restorations) For export out of the EU, an export CITES permit is required, to be paid for by the future buyer. Quai des Enchères reminds all buyers to check the legislation applied in their country for this type of specimen before bidding.