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19th Century Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Shell and Colored Bone Trinket Box
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Description
Beautiful 19th century Anglo-Indian trinket box from circa 1880.
The box is constructed of sandalwood but completely covered in the most gorgeous speckled faux blonde tortoiseshell and bone/faux ivory carved frieze panels and edging and banding.
Made in Vizagapatam, India……famous for its high quality furniture and boxes in the time of the Raj!
The dome shaped lid depicts a Swan as its central motif……with hand painted foliage, etc.
They used lac ink for the decoration…..an indelible ink made from crushed beetles……this one also has some red and green coloring in the paintwork.
The box sits on 4 carved bone lions paw feet.
This box is in super condition......highly collectible!! -
More Information
Origin: India Period: 19th Century Materials: Sandalwood, Shell & Bone Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Very good condition overall. One or two broken bone edge bands. Creation Date: 1880 Styles / Movements: Indian, Traditional, Colonial Patterns: Animal/Insects, Handmade, Traditional Incollect Reference #: 418432 -
Dimensions
W. 6.75 in; H. 3.25 in; D. 5.25 in; W. 17.15 cm; H. 8.26 cm; D. 13.34 cm;
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