- Material:
- Ivory, silver, ceder
- Origin:
- Anglo-Indian
- Date:
- 1800-1820
- Dimensions:
- 26 × 18.5 × 14 cm
Price on request
The sarcophagus-shaped box is crafted from an array of materials, including ivory, cedar, and silver.
The pearly ivory contrasts beautifully with the dark, inked engravings along the borders, featuring geometric and floral patterns. The silver metalwork is decorated with similar motifs.
The dimensions of this box are a little too large for a tea caddy; it was probably used to store documents or perhaps as a jewelry box. The small drawer can be locked with a silver pin—perfect for safekeeping treasures.