Antique African Tuareg Mauritania Mixed Metal Mounted Wood Table Box

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About the Item

A scarce antique Tuareg peoples mixed metal mounted wooden table box. circa 1890 A most impressive work, hand-crafted in Mauritania, Northwest Africa, at the turn of the late 19th / early 20th century, high-quality materials, construction, and craftsmanship, exceptionally executed in highly decorative traditional Tuareg peoples styling, featuring a rectangular solid rosewood chest with strap-hinged lid, adorned with elaborate applied arabesque reticulated iron, copper and gilt brass overlay, surmounted by black enamel turned finial handle. The top with ornate pierced lockplate that opens to reveal a red fabric-lined interior. *Please note, at the time of writing this we also have a similarly styled large chest / monumental box available* Mauritania African tribal folk art; the country's name derives from the ancient Berber kingdom of Mauretania, located in North Africa within the ancient Maghreb. Berbers occupied what is now Mauritania beginning in the third century AD. Arabs under the Umayyad Caliphate conquered the area in the late seventh century, bringing Islam, Arab culture, the Arabic language and Moorish - Islamic art. Starting in the late 19th century, France laid claim to the territories of present-day Mauritania, in the early 20th century Mauritania was fully colonized by France as part of French West Africa. All these influences lend to a most distinctive artistic style. Dimensions: (approx) 7.75" High (with handle), 12" Wide, 5.75" Deep Condition Report: Good antique condition with nicely aged patina. Retaining original antique character and rustic charm throughout, wear consistent with age, use, handling and exposure. The top is heavily patinated, with oxidation, tarnish and buildup. The back has remnants of old varnish drips. No key included but it is unlocked. Overall a truly remarkable and rare piece!

Dimensions:
Height: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)
Style:
Tribal (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Brass,Copper,Enamel,Metal,Rosewood,Gilt,Hand-Crafted,Polished
Place of Origin:
Mauritania
Period:
Late 19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1890
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Good antique condition w/nicely aged patina. Retaining original antique character, wear consistent w/age, use, handling & exposure. Heavily patinated top, w/oxidation, tarnish, buildup. Back has remnants of varnish runs. Presents well. Very strong.
Seller Location:
Forney, TX
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5977240423392

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