Splendid, large, Anglo-Indian sewing box, Vazagapatam, circa 1830.
Solid sandalwood carcass with porcupine quill panels, ivory floral engraved blacked borders, carousel roof and carved foliate finial in horn and ivory.
Standing on turned horn bun feet.
Interior with extensive original fittings, lift out tray with five lidded compartments, thimble holders, pin cushions etc, horn thread spool, all in exceptionally bright condition.
The lid with a hinge lidded storage compartment.
Flush drawer beneath drawn open with key.
Height 10, 1/4'' x Width 14'' x Depth 10,1/4''
Weight 5.9 kilos
All in excellent sound condition, noting some fading to the quill, slight warping and small loss to the horn finial, no working locks or keys, old replacement hinges and stay.
APHA-Ivory Act registration number WTTP5U32 (16172)
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA706366
Dateline of this antique is 1850
Height is 26cm (10.2inches)Width is 35.5cm (14.0inches)Depth is 26cm (10.2inches)
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