Pepe Mendoza: Peacock BoxMexico, c. 1960; brass, ceramic; with label to underside "Mendoza / Pat. 59443 / Mayo 7-[illegible] / Hecho en Mexico3 x 8 x 4 in. (7.6 x 20.3 x 10.2 cm.) This box is in original condition, without restoration. The brass finish has not been recently polished, and shows a non-shiny patina. The green inset material is in good condition, but has a band of slight discoloration likely from tape residue. Additionally, one corner of green inlay has a grout tone lighter than the rest of the top. Additional corner inlay shows signs of a small loss to the design. There are light scratches and some darkened areas to the sides of the base. The underside and box interior brass is bright. Abell provides in-house shipping for select items. Our office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for item pickups. Items that cannot be shipped will be noted. An email will go out after invoices are sent. For assistance with shipping, please refer to our shippers' page at https://www.abell.com/buy-sell/how-to-ship/. Payment: Jewelry and coins must be paid by wire transfer, cash, or check (checks subject to clearance before release). The Condition Report states Abell Auction's reasonable opinion as to the lot?s general condition in the terms stated in the particular report, and Abell does not represent or guarantee that a Condition Report includes all aspects of the internal or external condition of the Lot. Items sold at auction are of considerable age and may exhibit wear, usage, repairs, and damage. Therefore, all lots are sold 'as is' and there are no returns or refunds. Abell does not owe the buyer any obligation to report on the condition of the lot and makes no guarantee the condition will be given for the lot. Abell attempts to provide accurate descriptions and images of products online. It is the buyer's responsibility to review all of the information provided about a lot before placing a bid. The buyer acknowledges that the products are sold on an ?as-is? basis.