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An antique early 20th century silver and niello box, Siam circa 1920

$723.78
£520
€612
CA$993.36
A$1,049.57
CHF 564.55
MX$12,566.91
NOK 7,073.10
SEK 6,477.93
DKK 4,569.97

About the Item

This very interesting and decorative silver box was made in Siam now Thailand circa 1920. It is made from solid high grade silver (tested) and is beautifully decorated with niello work which is a combination of hand engraved decoration filled with black enamel which when polished leaves a silver silhouetted design, in this example of people and foliage within a decorative boarder which is continuous around all four sides. The top has an intricate and detailed landscape view of a city or town with temples, buildings and trees set behind a lake or river. Again, within a similar boarder. The inside of the box is lined and divided with thin panels of polished redwood. Height 5cm x width 13cm x depth 8cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver,Niello
  • Place of Origin:
    Thailand
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Central England, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6434237637962

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