The moulded gourd and tortoiseshell bird feeder: Possibly 18th century, according to collector's inventory A gourd with a cut out section containing a small carved bone frog; a cord around the centre of the gourd with an ivory inlaid tortoiseshell clip Dimension: 20.5cm / weight 30g Condition: In very good condition Inventory: G3The small globular gourd: Dimension: 15cm high / weight 40g Condition: In overall good condition, with some loose seeds to the inside Provenance: Purchased from Kelly NG, 28 June 1995 Inventory: G4 Special Notice: Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country. CITES is required to export this lot.