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Ivory Cricket cage gourd

Description I was told the item was used as a cricket cage. It has an ivory outer casing with a wood interior. There is a dragon carved from ivory inlaid in wood as the lid. There is a scene of Geisha in a garden carved on the exterior.
Category China
Medium Ivory and wood
Condition Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item cylindrical / 5" L x 3" diameter
Weight 1/2 LB.
History Item was purchased in India at a bazaar in Mumbai. I would like to know estimated date and worth.
Price Paid (If known) $20
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