Jewelry Box, Ceylon, Sri Lanka
Rectangular brown tortoiseshell box, made in Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) in the 19th century, resting on four small feet and fitted with a hinged lid held by an inner chain. It is adorned with rich chased and repoussé silver mounts, decorated with foliate scrolls and floral motifs organized in a geometric pattern of the tundan veda type.
The movable side grips and the finesse of the engraving testify to particularly meticulous goldsmithing, characteristic of Sinhalese production influenced by European models.
This light box was designed to hold precious objects such as jewelry, seals or small documents.
Good condition, with some wear and tear, particularly on the tortoise shell and some decorative elements.
The movable side grips and the finesse of the engraving testify to particularly meticulous goldsmithing, characteristic of Sinhalese production influenced by European models.
This light box was designed to hold precious objects such as jewelry, seals or small documents.
Good condition, with some wear and tear, particularly on the tortoise shell and some decorative elements.
3 800 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Other
Width: 19 cm
Height: 8 cm
Reference (ID): 1752814
Availability: In stock
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