South Asian Decorative Boxes

Antique Persian Khatam Marquetry Pen Box, Hand-Painted Papier-Mâché & Wood, Circa 1930s An exceptional antique Persian Khatam pen box, handcrafted in the ...

1950's Anglo Indian, Indo Persian style micro mosaic inlaid jewelry box with lid. Large vintage intricate inlaid middle Eastern Persian style box with floral and geometric Islamic Mo...

Vintage Asian Silver Metal Hand-Carved Sitar Veena Box. Elevate your decor with this stunning vintage box, featuring intricate hand-carved designs of a sitar and peacock. The ornate ...

Lofty antique Anglo Indian lidded box handcrafted with a polished coconut shell enhanced with silver metal highlights including a finial handle, cuffs around the rims and animal legs...

ntique Indo-Persian Carved Sandalwood Box with Mughal Figures, Early 19th Century An exceptional early 19th-century Indo-Persian sandalwood box, masterfully hand-carved with remarkable depth and precision. This rare rectangular casket is richly decorated with finely detailed Mughal court scenes depicting Maharajahs, nobles, and attendants, surrounded by intricate floral arabesques and traditional Indo-Islamic ornamentation. Crafted from fragrant sandalwood, the box showcases extraordinary craftsmanship, with every surface meticulously carved by hand. The richly sculpted relief work reflects the artistic traditions of the Mughal Empire and Persian decorative arts, creating a striking blend of history, artistry, and cultural heritage. Originally intended for storing important documents, jewelry, or treasured possessions, this one-of-a-kind box now serves as a remarkable decorative object and collector's piece. Its sculptural quality and museum-worthy workmanship make it an outstanding addition to collections of Indo-Persian art, Mughal antiques, and Islamic decorative arts. Dimensions: Available upon request. Condition: Good antique condition with wear consistent with age and use. Keywords: Indo-Persian box, Mughal carved box, antique sandalwood box...

Sized from 7 to 10 inches wide and 5 to 7 high, these antique white leather-bound decorative books come a dozen to the set, so no two rows stack quite alike. The light bindings do wh...

These handmade Paper Ledger Books, Set of 6 gather six slim volumes bound in natural paper, each one tied crosswise with jute twine finished in a loose bow at the front. The page edg...

Leaf green embossed leather wraps these Deco shagreen boxes, the pebbled grain reading as texture from across the room and as pattern up close, finished with clean square edges. The ...

A MUGHAL INDIAN BRASS ENGRAVED BETEL PANDAN BOX Northern India. 18th Century. Length: 4 1/4" in. (10.9 cm.), width: 3 1/4" in., (8.3 cm.), height: 2" in.,...

A Very Impressive example of an Anglo-Indian Raj Period (1857-1947) mellow faded Elk Stag Antler Horn Casket Box of outstanding quality and generous proportions. Made in Vizagapatam,...

A Beautiful Anglo Indian, Colonial, brass inlaid teak jewelry lidded box made for the English market. handcrafted with floral and hearts brass inlays on top are surrounded by brass inlaid border, intricate brass inlays design of florals and scrolls carries through to all four sides so will display nicely on a shelf, desk or coffee table. Displays a desirable aged patina and the teak wood shows fine grain interest and deep caramel hues. A large Anglo-Indian teak colonial Campaign casket with brass inlay, the hinged cover opens to reveal an original fitted interior with two compartments interior lined with red velvet. This is a distinctive and highly appealing vintage semi antique Anglo Indian jewelry...

A large brass pandan box North India, 19th century The body with rounded profile and hinged raised lid with engraved and punched decoration centering ...

An extraordinary Anglo-Indian box from Vizagapatam in fully carved solid ebony, late 19th century. Filigree ornate and sculpted floral decoration...

Openwork teak box made in India at the end of the 19th century. The interior is lined with velvet. Over the course of its long history, this box has sometimes been glued back togethe...

Indian Kerala Dowry Box, Malabar, 20th century. 8 inches wide by 6 ½ inches deep by 6 inches tall Very good overall.

Antique Lucknow Silver Meenakari Octagonal Box, India, c.1890 We are pleased to offer a fine and highly decorative antique Lucknow silver octagonal box, dating to circa 1890. The b...

Asian antique Beaten Brass Betel Nut Pandan Box, Northern India. Beautiful antique hand hammered Asian round brass betel with a lid and delicate engravings with floral design handle hand crafted by skilled artisans from Northern India. Indian Beaten Copper Betel Nut Pandan Box with hand hammered beaten floral and incised decoration used to store betel leaf, lime, tobacco and the nut from the areca palm. This mixture of ingredients when prepared and placed in the mouth for long periods gives the user a mild aphrodisiac effect. The preparation of the betel nut with lime stored in ornate boxes with several smaller internal containers was popular all over Asia and is still a common practice in Myanmar and India and among the hill tribes of many S. E. Asian countries. Engraved with intricate designs on the lid which has a carved floral design handle and a latch in front for opening or closing the box and for safekeeping. Nicely hand-hammered with intricate details. Please check photo #5, there is about 1 inch damage area on the side of the box. Museum quality Asian Hand-hammered decorative Islamic brass folk art metalwork collector treasure box. Measures: Diameter 7 in. x Height 4 in. The box has a rich, deep brown patina. Quality of Mughal style. A pandan was used to store the pan, or betel quid after it had been stuffed and rolled ready to eat, rather than for the individual ingredients. The chewing of betel is an ancient Asian tradition comparable to tobacco in the western world. Betel consists of three main ingredients: the areca nut, betel leaf and lime paste. Betel was, and still is enormously popular throughout Asia and plays a major role in the entertaining of guests, in courtship and marriage, and in the traditional etiquette of the royal courts, where it often forms part of the state regalia.[1] Research on several pandan boxes has been published by Zebrowski.[2] Brownrigg, H. Betel Cutters...

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 ...

Richly carved hardwood Indian box for storage of fans in a fine quality Late 19th century length 38 cm, width 6.5 and 12.5 cm, height 7 cm Aged patina

An Indian antique box from the 19th century with metal sheathing and bracketed base. Created in India during the 19th century, this antique box features a linear silhouette made of m...

A rustic Indian wooden document box from the 19th century with brass details, partial opening top and petite bracket feet. This rustic Indian wooden document box from the 19th centur...

This Croc Leather Box wears croc-embossed leather in an olive green across every face, the lid included, so the color runs uninterrupted from the top edge down to the feet. The embos...

This Croc Leather Box carries croc-embossed leather over a wood core in an even ivory cream, the scaled relief running across the lid and down every face of the body. The color holds...

This Shagreen Leather Box comes as a pair of ivory boxes covered in shagreen-embossed leather, each fitted with a small brass knob on the lid. The embossing gives the pale surface a ...

Leather with a paper liner builds this Shagreen Leather Box, finished outside in the Storm Gray colorway, a flat cool gray with the fine pebbled grain of shagreen. The pair reads as ...

This Croc Leather Box arrives as a matched pair, each one built with croc-embossed leather over a wood core in a rich cognac that darkens through the deeper cuts of the pattern. The ...

Built with croc embossed leather over wood, this Croc Leather Box comes in the Antique Green colorway as a set of two. The embossing gives the surface a scaled relief that catches li...

Croc-embossed leather in white covers this Croc Leather Box pair, one larger and one smaller, both sitting flat to the surface without feet. The embossing lifts a scaled grain across...

This Blue Leather Nesting Boxes stack three graduated cases in leather over wood, each lid finished in the same deep blue and hung with a brass tassel pull at the front. The leather ...

This Pink Leather Box comes as a pair, both covered in a smooth shagreen embossed leather, which is a vivid fuchsia rather than anything soft or dusty. A small brass knob sits at the...

This Shagreen Leather Box Set is finished in the Tawny Brown colorway, covered in leather and lined with paper inside. The warm brown and gold surface carries the fine granular textu...

This Gray Book Set of 12 binds twelve volumes in heathered gray linen, the cloth matte across every board and spine, with raised bands crossing each spine at intervals. Linen is the ...

This Shagreen Embossed Red Book Set covers twelve volumes in deep red leather embossed with a granular shagreen grain, the texture catching light across the spines and boards so the ...

Twelve volumes make up this Blue Book Set, bound in shagreen-embossed leather with a fine pebbled grain that takes the light unevenly across the covers. The blue is deep and consiste...

Bound in leather and paper with an antiqued finish, this Gray Book Set of twelve volumes gives a shelf the look of a collection gathered over years rather than bought all at once. Th...

This Ivory Book Set brings twelve volumes bound in shagreen-embossed leather to a shelf or a table, the pale cream covers carrying the fine pebbled grain the embossing is made to imi...

Exquisite handcrafted white mother of pearl inlaid and hand carved lidded box. Small octagonal Anglo Indian decorative box intricately decorated with Moorish motif designs which hav...

Rare 19th Century Kashmir Hand Painted Inkwell and Boxes Set A highly decorative and rare example of a late 19th Century hand painted Kashmir inkwell and boxes set. Size: (inkwel...

An Anglo-Indian table top stationery cabinet, or secretary, in pale padouk wood with string inlay and bone decoration to front and sides, and two doors over two drawers with bone kno...

Vintage 1950's Agra Indian Shell and Black Marble Box with The Taj Mahal Inlays.Onyx Black Marble Box with Pietra Dura Intricate Abalone Inlay of the Taj Mahal.Fine Quality Shell Inlaid Taj Mahal Box.Black marble trinket box with an inlaid image of the Taj Mahal. This unusual piece has the details drawn on the white shell in black ink, giving it the appearance of a micro mosaic. The surface catches the light and shows some iridescence at different angles.The Anglo Indian style box is lined with black velvet.A Very fine intricate work of Islamic Art.From Agra, India. Circa 1950's.Great gift to express your Love.From a Private Estate Encino Collection. DIMENSIONS: Height: 1.75 in.Width: 3.75 in.Depth: 2.75 in.About the Taj Mahal: The Taj Mahal is a world-renowned monument located in Agra, India. It is considered one of the most iconic examples of Mughal architecture and is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here's some information about the Taj Mahal: 1) History: The Taj Mahal was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century as a mausoleum for his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and was completed in 1653. 2) Architecture: The Taj Mahal combines elements of Islamic, Persian, Ottoman Turkish, and Indian architectural styles. It is primarily made of white marble, with intricate inlay work using semi-precious stones. The central structure is a large dome surrounded by four minarets at each corner. 3) Symbolism: The Taj Mahal is often regarded as a symbol of love. It was built as a testament to Emperor Shah Jahan's eternal love for his wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The gardens and reflecting pool in front of the Taj Mahal add to its romantic ambiance. 4) Location: The Taj Mahal is situated on the right bank of the Yamuna River in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India. Agra is located approximately 200 kilometers (125 miles) southeast of India's capital, New Delhi. 5) Visitors: The Taj Mahal attracts millions of visitors from around the world each year. It is open to the public, except on Fridays when it is reserved for Islamic prayers...

19th Century Hand Painted Kashmiri Vessel A stylish late 19th Century hand painted Kashmiri vessel. Covered in intricate painted flowers a...

A lovely dome shaped bone box from India. The box can be decorative or hold anything from rubber bands to 420. A compliment to cocktail tables, shelves, bedside or on an end table ...

A ebony two door cabinet decorated with a profuse pattern of stylized vegetation in low relief. The interior reveals an arrangement of six drawers. The fittings comprise two side han...

A wonderful hand-painted papier-mâché box beautifully decorated in a blue and gold. Kashmir, India, circa turn of the century.

Indian teak work or stationary box with brass tack and applique decoration on the top and sides and fitted with brass lift-handles. the interior fitted with lift out trays and open c...

Another stunning 19th century Anglo-Ceylonese piece. Made circa 1880 in Ceylon (Now Sri Lanka) of Coromandel wood and specimen woods. This is a simply gorgeous and quality item!! Tray made of various compartments with various high quality specimen wood lids, all edged and banded in chevrons of bone, silver or pewter and ebony. The tray itself is made of expensive coromandel wood. There are two open sections on either side of the tray which have bone and hand-painted lac ends. The main tray sits onto a base made of coromandel wood with green baize lining. This tray could have a number of practical uses, for keeping stationary, watches, jewelry, or thinking outside of the box, holding you remote controls and candy!! We have a matching box also in our Inventory and for auction. ANGLO-INDIAN AND CEYLONESE BOXES: Anglo Indian boxes were made in India for the English residents from the early part of the 18th century. They were brought back or sent back to England usually by the people who had commissioned them. From the beginning of the nineteenth century they were imported more commercially, although not in any significant numbers until the middle decades. They were very highly valued, especially the early ones, to the extent that the designs were copied on late 19th and early 20th century tins. Anglo-indian Boxes normally consist of 3 main types:- (1) Most of the best and highest quality Anglo-Indian boxes in the 18th and 19th Centuries were made in Vizagapatam, India, renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship in using ivory and tortoiseshell and lac decoration. These are referred to as ‘Vizagapatam Boxes...

This is an elegant hand carved stone trinket box. This box has intricate carvings of bamboo around the entire service of the stone box. The outer layer of the carving is the natural ...

Standout exotic Anglo Indian lidded box handcrafted in mahogany and clad in tortoise shell with applied lacy bone designs inscribed and painted with flowers. The interior has a mirro...

This vintage stone box is a sophisticated example of mid-century decorative design, combining the natural beauty of richly veined stone with the precision of geometric brass inlay. T...

A beautiful unique Indian motif box with a lid. This piece would be fantastic for storing cigars, tv remotes, or miscellaneous items on a dresser or coffee table. The top of the box ...

An elegant rectangular box of Syrian or Levantine origin, crafted from wood with refined geometric marquetry decorations. Its design features a delicate pattern of stars and traditio...

An Indian rustic wooden box from the 19th century, with nicely weathered appearance, iron details and incised motifs. Created in India during the 1...

An antique Indian wooden document box from the 19th century with incised diamond motifs and wave patterns and partitioned interior. This 19th-century Indian wooden document box is a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship and rich heritage of Indian artisanship. Adorned with incised diamond motifs and undulating wave patterns, its surface tells a story of meticulous attention to detail and a deep appreciation for aesthetic form. The metal accents that punctuate its exterior not only enhance its visual appeal but also add to its structural integrity, offering a striking contrast against the warm tones of the wood. The interior, thoughtfully partitioned, speaks to the box's original purpose of safeguarding valuable documents and keepsakes. Today, it stands as a versatile decorative piece that could serve multiple functions in a contemporary home. It could be a rustic accent on a study desk, holding pens and stationery, or a unique storage solution on a hallway console for keys and small items. Alternatively, placed on a coffee table or bookshelf, it could store remotes or serve as a conversation-starting decorative object. Beyond its utility, this antique document box...

An antique Indian wooden box from the 19th century, with brass details and weathered appearance. Topped with a rectangular lid fitted with a c-scroll handle and half opening to revea...

For your consideration, a vintage Indian handmade box patinated copper embossed elephant- cat. Made in India Dimensions: 2.75 H x 9 W x 7.25 D Please v...

Set of 2 Anglo Indian boxes. Both early 20th century with bone and faux tortoise decorations. In overall good condition. The bone of the back from the larger box is absent and some s...

A beautiful colorful decorative box with a lid created from Carrara marble and inlaid with a variety of semi-precious stones. The sides are inlaid with a variety of stones in abstrac...

A delicate and elegant antique box crafted from wood and richly decorated with marquetry, distinguished by its refined craftsmanship and intricate geometric design inspired by Orient...

The exceptionally fine curvilinear carved base & conforming lid are embellished with finely engraved paktong mounts, bail-handles & backplates. The underside of the lid is fitted wit...

Whimsical silvered metal feline handcrafted with a folky charm that is hammered and etched in a decorated floral design that unexpectedly opens as a trinket box.