Fine Antique Vizagapatam Sewing Box
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A superb quality and rare early 19th century Vizagapatam sewing box. Of sarcophagus form, the lid having sun burst carved ivory and ebony with a turned finial, the sandalwood frame veneered in ivory and profusely decorated with shallow relief engraving with Indian ink highlights. The lid opens to reveal a removable tray containing the totally original interior with array of fittings. The box stands on the original turned ivory feet and retains its original key. Dimensions:- Height… 6.5''/ 16.5cm. Width…10.75''/ 27.5cm. Depth…8''/ 20.5cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £32.
"Vizagapatam is an area on the East Coast of India which was renown for its beautifully crafted merchandise from the 18th. to the 19th.Century.
Additional Information
92808 (AB-92808)
W: 27.5cm (10.8")H: 16.6cm (6.5")D: 20.5cm (8.1")
Hempnall Green, United Kingdom
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