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Indian Sandalwood Jewellery Box
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Indian Sandalwood Jewellery Box

19th century
Description

A good Indian Sandalwood jewellery box carved in deep relief.

Probably Ahmedabad.

In very good condition indeed, no key.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery included to mainland UK addresses.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Carved Sandalwood Jewellery Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1183465
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Shop is not open all the time and it is advised that if you are travelling far then it is best to call first.

Buying and selling antique and decorative furniture and related items from a riverside setting in the beautiful market town of Marlborough, home of the second widest high street in the UK.

Lovely riverfront cafe on site.

Keys present only if stated.

Description
A good Indian Sandalwood jewellery box carved in deep relief.

Probably Ahmedabad.

In very good condition indeed, no key.

Now available from our large showroom in Marlborough, Wiltshire.

Delivery included to mainland UK addresses.

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
33cm (12.99")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Ropeworks Antiques has dated this Carved Sandalwood Jewellery Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1183465
Ropeworks Antiques
Ropeworks Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2012

Also on instagram - #ropeworksantiques

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An intricately carved brown sandalwood jewellery box with a stepped lid, brass side drop handles, and brass claw feet.
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Archive I An intricately carved brown sandalwood jewellery box with a stepped lid, brass side drop handles, and brass claw feet.

Indian Sandalwood Jewellery Box

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Telephone 07725 509949
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Kennet Place
Marlborough
SN8 1NG
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An intricately carved brown sandalwood jewellery box with a stepped lid, brass side drop handles, and brass claw feet.
Indian sandalwood jewellery box
Ref: SA1183465
An intricately carved brown sandalwood jewellery box with a stepped lid, brass side drop handles, and brass claw feet.
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  • ObjectJewellery Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialSandalwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsRelief foliate carving, stepped lid, brass claw feet, drop side handles
  • SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

This nineteenth-century Anglo-Indian jewellery box originates from Ahmedabad and is rendered in warm brown sandalwood with brass hardware. The exterior displays deep-relief foliate carving across every surface, including a stepped lid and a drop-front compartment secured by a central keyhole escutcheon without a key. Polished brass drop handles are mounted to each side, and the chest rests elevated upon four cast brass claw feet. Visible wear appears consistent with age across the timber surfaces. The box measures 20 cm high, 33 cm wide, and 23 cm deep. Positioned upon a sideboard top or desk in a gentleman's library, this container provides secure storage for cufflinks, rings, watches, and small personal valuables. The intricate botanical motifs and warm wood tones complement traditional and eclectic interiors alike while offering functional storage space for daily use.

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Originating predominantly in regions such as Mysore and Gujarat during the 19th and early 20th centuries, these boxes were crafted by local artisans using regional sandalwood. Designed both for export to Western markets and for domestic aristocracy, they blend traditional Indian relief carving techniques with Western vessel forms.

These items are constructed primarily from dense sandalwood, valued for its fine grain and natural aromatic qualities. The relief motifs are hand-carved directly into the timber, and construction often incorporates metal lock plates, brass carrying handles, and cast brass feet.

Authentic pieces exhibit high-relief, detailed hand carving depicting intricate flora and fauna rather than shallow machine-moulded patterns. The wood typically retains a subtle, natural fragrance, and vintage examples show period-appropriate joinery alongside natural patination on both the timber and metal fittings.

A carved box serves as a textured accent piece on a bedroom dressing table, a living room console, or a study desk. It offers functional storage for small items while introducing historical detail and rich timber tones into contemporary or traditional decorative schemes.

Keep the wood clean by dusting regularly with a soft, dry brush to clear carved recesses. Avoid liquid cleaners, polishes, or high humidity which can damage the timber structure, and keep out of direct sunlight to prevent drying and cracking.
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