λ A BONE, MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND TORTOISE SHELL-INLAID NICHE MIRROR Ottoman Turkey, late 19th - early 20th century Of rectangular shape with a triangular tympanum, the exterior decorated with marquetry work with small triangular and diamond-shaped tesserae of mother of pearl, bone and tortoise shell, the tympanum with a bone-inlaid vegetal decoration, the doors secured with lateral brass mounts and ornate with small handles onto rosette-shaped fittings, the interior lined with possibly later-added brown velvet and silver strings, on the back two hooks and a string onto the wooden plank, 37cm x 19.5cm. This item may require Export or CITES licences in order to leave the UK or the European Union. It is the buyer's responsibility to ensure that lots have the relevant licences before shipping.