Two Tessellated Bone Boxes

20th century, the first, an earlier form, covered and footed bowl, turned body and lid, fitted with brass-lined interior (6 1/2 x 6 1/2 in. dia.); the second, a rectangular form trinket box, hinged lid opening to reveal a brass lined interior (2 x 8 x 6 in.); both unmarked.

From the Estate of the late International Interior Designer Terry Parsons, Pittsboro, North Carolina

The first with minor age cracking and losses, glue residue to exterior, verdigris to brass interior; the second with some minor visible surface wear.