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Petite Indian Swivel Box
$248
£189.61
€217.24
CA$349.81
A$380.85
CHF 203.36
MX$4,597.45
NOK 2,556.62
SEK 2,377.95
DKK 1,622.71
About the Item
This petite keepsake box with a swivel lid is crafted in the tradition of Indian bidri-ware, with a dark metal body decorated with simple silver inlay. Composed of a zinc and copper alloy known as gun metal, the small box is cast in the form of a leaf or mango and was likely originally used to store kumkuma, a vibrant powder used for religious markings. The lid of the box is hand-etched with delicate linework and floral motifs, and inlaid with silver wire at each petal.
From the collection of Frances and Gary Comer.
Small chip to lip.
- Dimensions:Height: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)Width: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Small chip to lip.
- Seller Location:Chicago, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: CFC6781stDibs: LU820039218542
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