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Anglo Indian Hexagonal Porcupine Quill & Bone Inlaid Box For Restoration

$495
£382.47
€442.18
CA$699.47
A$784.50
CHF 410.83
MX$9,532.48
NOK 5,216.88
SEK 4,945.97
DKK 3,300.61

About the Item

Anglo Indian hexagonal porcupine quill and bone inlaid box comprised of dark hardwood and inlaid with bone dots framing the panels of regimented porcupine quills. The lid opens to reveal a fabric and bone decorated panel with an elephant and the letters GALLE beneath. The interior is all wood. Comes with a non-working key. Dimensions: 8 3/4" W, 7 3/8" D and 3 7/8" H Condition: Please see detail photos. For restoration. Missing handle and one handle fitting, lock is mis-aligned with lid, one loss to quill on door, few missing bone dots, key is not working, missing corner panel with dots (see photo)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.88 in (9.86 cm)Width: 8.75 in (22.23 cm)Depth: 7.38 in (18.75 cm)
  • Style:
    Anglo-Indian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Bridgeport, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 3268811stDibs: LU1755241012052

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