A WOOD GAMING BOX IN THE FORM OF A FISH, KERALA, SOUTH INDIA, EARLY 20TH CENTURY of stylised form, with metal inlaid eyes, hinged below and opening to reveal various compartments for gaming pieces, inlaid malayali inscription on the tail, overpainted with the initials, L S.P.A., together with a Chinese Set of Opium Scales, in fish-shaped wood box, hinged at the tail, opening to reveal tray and counterweight 37; 35cm long (2) Provenance: Private collection, London Descriptions in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports and all lots are sold as viewed. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in good condition. Prospective bidders are recommended to request a condition report prior to bidding, wherever possible satisfying themselves in person at the gallery as to the condition of a lot.