Name: An Anglo-indian Carved Walnut Cigar/cigarette Box, Kashmir, Late 19th Century
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1074915
Price: 120 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Jeckyll & Co

Sold 6 December 2025 · Jeckyll & Co

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Description

The top carved in high-relief with a Makara, enclosing an open interior with detachable divider, the internal length without the divider is 16cm.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

5.5cm (2.17")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

12cm (4.72")

Declaration

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Carved Walnut Cigar Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1074915

Description

The top carved in high-relief with a Makara, enclosing an open interior with detachable divider, the internal length without the divider is 16cm.

Happy to post at cost price.

Physical Dimensions

Height

5.5cm (2.17")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

12cm (4.72")

Date of Manufacture

Jeckyll & Co has dated this Carved Walnut Cigar Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1074915

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Jeckyll & Co

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ObjectDecorative Boxes
Period19th century
StyleAnglo-Indian
MaterialWalnut
ColourDark Brown
MotifsCoiling dragon relief, Deep undercut carving, Geometrical border pattern
SizeH 5.5 cm (2 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

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Anglo-Indian carved woodwork refers to items produced in the Indian subcontinent during the British colonial period, typically combining traditional local craftsmanship with British utilitarian forms.

Kashmiri artisans predominantly utilised locally sourced timbers such as walnut, shisham, and maple, often featuring intricate hand-carved relief work depicting flora, fauna, and mythical creatures.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit hand-tooled tool marks, natural patina from age, tight joinery construction without modern adhesives, and dense, mature hardwoods characteristic of the period.

Such decorative objects work well placed upon coffee tables, bookshelves, or mantelpieces, adding texture, historical interest, and warmth to contemporary minimalist or eclectic spaces.

Preservation requires dusting with a soft, dry cloth, avoiding direct sunlight and moisture, and periodically applying microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the aged wood surface.