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19th Century Anglo-Indian Porcupine Quill Box with Working Key

$1,295
£983.88
€1,130.69
CA$1,818.99
A$1,979.92
CHF 1,049.09
MX$23,811.54
NOK 13,338.90
SEK 12,223.63
DKK 8,446.15

About the Item

19th-Century British Colonial handcrafted porcupine quill box with a working lock and key. This antique box has been professionally restored and features a decorative interior lid with a plaque and Calle (elephant) design. The bottom interior is padded in soft black velvet. Purchased by me in England.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Repaired: This Antique Quill Box has been restored with a few replaced quill and bone buttons. Polished up and professionally line inside and new working key.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10148248139032

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