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Exquisite 19th c. Luxury Compartmented Ceylonese Sailor's Box

About the Item

An exquisite 19th century luxury sailor's box in sandalwood with dramatically contrasting bone and ebony geometric decoration and string inlay having raised center tier with sliding top over lower side tiers also with sliding tops and a looping inlaid bentwood strap handle.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Anglo-Indian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YEWTR000017921stDibs: LU798341145812

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