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Place of Origin: South Asian
Vintage Indian Handcarved Wooden Decorative Box
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Handcarved wooden trinket box with carved geometric shapes, small handmade ornamental indentations and cream white decor on the lid. Rustic organic ...
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Mid-20th Century Folk Art South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Elegant vintage hand carved stone trinket box
Located in Allentown, PA
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 ...
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1970s Anglo Raj Vintage South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Stone

Colorful Semi Precious Stone Rectangular Jewelry or Trinket Box with Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
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...
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20th Century Folk Art South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Stone, Jade, Carrara Marble

Ethnic Indian Decorative Jewelry Box with Brass, Kerala Nettur Petti
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Large Teak Jewelry Dowry Box with Brass, Late 19th Century, India. This Teak Indian Dowry Box is adorned with Decorative Brass, showcasing exquisite c...
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1890s Agra Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Anglo Indian Boxes
Located in Vosselaar, BE
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...
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Early 20th Century South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Bone, Wood

Antique South Asian Round Copper Bronze Box with Lid from India 19th C.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Antique 19th century beautiful handcrafted decorative round tinned copper bronze South Asian box with lid, latch and handle. A very fine antique Pandan or B...
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Early 20th Century Agra South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Metal, Copper

Fine Antique Anglo Indian Bombay Inlay Box
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fine antique Anglo-Indian hand carved wooden jewelry box inlaid. Nice Indian Mughal pen box handcrafted in very fine Sadeli micro mosaic...
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Late 19th Century Islamic Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Black And White Bone Lidded Box, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary India black and white camel bone box. Tiles placed to create 3D effect. ARRIVING AUGUST
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

Burmese Red Carved Wood Temple Offering Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Burmese red lacquered temple offering box called "Hsunok". Burmese offering basket made of carved bamboo wood painted and lacquered in hues of red and oranges. The lid adopts a Burmese temple shape, with a sharp top surmounting a gadroon dome. This kind of basket is used to display offerings to Buddhist temples, in Asia. During most of the 19th century Burma was ruled by members of the Konbaung dynasty, the last dynasty that would rule the country. This Asian Burmese red offering...
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Early 20th Century Folk Art South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bamboo

Decorative Mughal Motif Box with Hinged Lid
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
A beautiful Mughal motif wood box with a hinged lid. This lovely box will be a great way to hold jewelry or other trinkets. The top features a battle scene with two men on horses in ...
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20th Century Folk Art South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Antique Document Wooden Box with Incised Diamond Motifs and Wave Patterns
Located in Yonkers, NY
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...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Rustic Indian 19th Century Wooden Box with Iron Details and Concentric Circles
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian rustic wooden box from the 19th century, with nicely weathered appearance, iron details and incised motifs. Created in India during the 1...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

19th Century Anglo-Indian Hand Carved Tropical Wood Box
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century Anglo-Indian hand carved tropical wood box.
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Mid-18th Century Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Fruitwood

Rustic Indian 19th Century Treasure Box with Carved Rosettes and Small Feet
Located in Yonkers, NY
A rustic Indian antique wooden treasure box from the 19th century, with iron braces, carved rosettes and petite feet. Created in India duri...
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19th Century Rustic Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Rustic Indian 19th Century Wooden Box with Iron Details and Incised Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian rustic wooden box from the 19th century, with nicely weathered appearance, iron details and incised motifs. Created in India during the 1...
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19th Century Rustic Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Anglo Indian Metal Cat Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
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.
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Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage Indian Pan Daen Pierced Round Copper Tinned Box
Located in Pasadena, TX
A stunning piece of craftsmanship is this tinned box. Called a Pan Daen Mughai it comes from India. It's constructed of a copper like metal and has a pierced design. The handle and l...
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20th Century Islamic South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Copper

Indian 19th Century Small Wooden Box with Iron Hardware and Carved Rosacea
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian small wooden box from the 19th century, with iron hardware and carved rosacea. Created in India during the 19th century, this wooden box fea...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Indian 19th Century Black Box with Iron Nailheads, Braces and Rustic Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian antique black box from the 19th century with iron nailheads and braces, carved wooden base and rustic patina. Created in India during the 19th century, this box features a linear silhouette perfectly complimented by a black patina accented with iron nailheads. The lid opens fully to reveal a reddish brown lacquered interior with nicely weathered appearance. Raised on a carved wooden base with iron details, this antique Indian box...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

19thC Campaign Style Rosewood with Brass Inlay Stationary Letter Box
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous and large rosewood and teak fitted letter writing box with brass inlay. Numerous cubbies with lids for various items. Slotted back panel fo...
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1850s Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Hollywood Regency Brass Box with Faux Ivory Tusk or Horn
By Karl Springer
Located in Houston, TX
Hollywood Regency brass box with faux ivory tusk or Horn. Handsome Hollywood Regency brass box with faux ivory tusk or Horn. Our stunning Karl Springer ...
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1960s Hollywood Regency Vintage South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Rajasthani Decorative Brass Lidded Betel Caddy Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Handcrafted decorative round brass Indian lidded betel box with latch and a top handle. Delicately and intricately hand-chased with geometric designs. Used as a tea caddy with tea bo...
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Late 19th Century Agra Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Copper

Handcrafted Tinned Copper Metal Betel or Spices Caddy Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful handcrafted tinned copper decorative octagonal betel box with lid and brass latch. The metal is delicately and intricately hand-hammered and repousse with floral and geometric designs. This Vintage brass box...
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Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century Old Portable Chest in Wood and Iron Frames Resting on Four Feet
Located in Sofia, BG
Rare Indian coffee made of hand carved wood with metal frame. The door opens from the top and reveals the interior. Beautiful piece that could be used as a letter box or as a small jewellery cabinet...
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Early 19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Indian Brass Pandan Box, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
An Indian brass pandan box, 19th century. 9 inches wide by 7 inches tall
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19th Century Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

1950s Anglo Indian Style Micro Mosaic Inlaid Jewelry Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
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...
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Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Fruitwood

Large Anglo Indian Elephant Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Folky silvered metal elephant handcrafted with a charming whimsical form hammered and etched designs that unexpectedly opens as a trinket box.
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Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Vintage Tissue Box in Exotic Indian Rosewood with Brass Inlays
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Exquisite vintage tissue box made of solid sheesham wood with exotic brass inlays. handcrafted by Indian artisans, the box has a stylized hand carve...
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1980s Anglo-Indian Vintage South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century Anglo Ceylonese Specimen Wood Desk Companion Tray
Located in Dallas, TX
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...
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Late 19th Century British Colonial Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Ebony, Wood

Antique 19th c. Decorative Anglo-Indian Overlay Footed Box with Engraved Bone
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Nice and unusual Jewelry decorative box with filigree bone overlaid decoration. Large Anglo-Indian footed domed box with exceptional engraved bone de...
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Late 19th Century Anglo Raj Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Mughal Indian Polished Brass Pierced Incense Box
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful hand-crafted polished brass footed box with with lid, latch and handle intricately hand-hammered with geometric designs and pierced with holes. Vintage pierced decorative Mughal Indian style brass box from India...
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Mid-20th Century Agra South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Pair of Ebony and Coconut Tea Caddies
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Antique Anglo Indian pair of tea caddies with silvered metal tops having elephant handles over coconut bowls above carved ebony elephants with bone tusk...
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Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Coconut

Hand Painted Rajasthani Lacquer Decorative Box
By Mamluke
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hand painted Rajasthani lacquer box in rectangular shape with lid decorated with floral designs. Great decorative box. Size is 9" x 5.5" x 2" height. Overall good condition. Great Is...
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20th Century Moorish South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Early 19th Century Anglo-Indian Brass Fish Box with Etched Decoration
Located in Middleburg, VA
A beautifully evocative early 19th-century Anglo-Indian brass box, crafted in India around 1820 for the English export market. Formed in the shape of ...
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Early 19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Brass, Metal

Persian Lacquer Pen Box Hand Painted with Floral and Gilt Design
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Persian hand painted lacquer pen box in rectangular shape. Decorated with floral designs on gold background, black interior. Moorish Mughal pen box papier maché with miniature floral painting in the Persian style. Great Islamic Art collector museum quality piece on this miniature painting on box. Nice Mughal Indo Persian pen Box...
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Early 20th Century Moorish South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Paper

Rustic Indian Antique Food Box with Pierced Star Motifs and Bracketed Plinth
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian antique open food box with pierced star motifs and bracketed plinth. Crafted in India, this antique open food box captures the eye with its rustic charm and nicely weathered appearance. The linear silhouette of the box is rhythmically accented with pierced star motifs, creating a delightful visual contrast against the aged wood. The first half of the lid opens up, revealing a convenient storage space within, perfect for keeping small items or adding a touch of history to your decor. The box is elevated on a bracketed plinth, which adds to its sturdy presence while enhancing its overall aesthetic appeal. The pierced star motifs not only serve a decorative purpose but also allow for ventilation, a practical feature for its original use as a food box. The craftsmanship and attention to detail are evident in the careful construction and design, reflecting the skill and artistry of its Indian origins. This antique Indian food box will bring a touch of rustic authenticity to any setting. In a kitchen, it can be used to store utensils or as a charming display piece on a countertop or shelf. In a living room, it can serve as a unique coffee table centerpiece or a storage solution for remote controls and other small items. In a bedroom, it can be placed on a dresser or nightstand to hold jewelry or personal keepsakes. With its rich history and distinctive design, this antique food box...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Ivory and Blue Chevron Bone Inlay Trinket Box
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Ivory and blue chevron decorative trinket rectangular lidded box inlaid with white bone and resin on wood. Large stylish Moorish trinket lidded box with bone and wood inlaid handcraf...
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20th Century Anglo Raj South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

Cheshire Box ARI13 - leather box
Located in London, GB
A refined blend of texture, geometry, and craftsmanship, this striking pyramid-inspired leather box brings a sophisticated touch to any tabletop, console, or shelving display. Tonal ...
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2010s South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Indian 19th Century Merchant's Chest with Pierced Geometric Decor and Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian merchant's chest from the 19th century, with pierced brass geometric decor and weathered patina. Charming us with its clean lines and subtle decor, this 19th-century antique Indian merchant's chest features a rectangular lid that lifts up in the front to reveal a convenient storage space. Adorned with pierced brass geometric motifs, the chest boasts a beautifully weathered patina, adding to its rustic allure. The craftsmanship is evident in the intricate geometric patterns, which add a layer of visual interest and texture to the piece. Raised on petite bracket feet, the chest exudes stability and elegance, making it a versatile decorative item for various settings. Its compact size allows it to be displayed on a side table, shelf, or chest-of-drawers, where it can effortlessly become a focal point. The weathered patina speaks of its rich history and the many stories it could tell, enhancing its exotic presence in any room. This merchant's chest not only serves as a beautiful decorative piece but also offers practical storage solutions, perfect for keeping small items organized and out of sight. Its unique aesthetic and cultural significance make it a delightful addition to any home, bringing a touch of Indian heritage and artistry. Whether placed in a living room, bedroom, or study, this antique Indian chest...
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19th Century Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Indian Pan Daen Round Tinned Box
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a vintage tinned box from India. It's called a Pan Daen Mughai box. It's made from hand crafted metal and has very heavy metal hinges and latch...
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20th Century South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Petite Indian Swivel Box
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite keepsake box with a swivel lid is crafted in the tradition of Indian bidri-ware, with a dark metal body decorated with simple silver inlay. Composed of a zinc and copper ...
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20th Century Folk Art South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Silver

Vizagapatam Anglo-Indian Rectangular Box with Bone Inlaid
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous Anglo-Indian decorative box inlaid. Made in Vizagapatam, situated on the south east coast of India, near Madras. Great decorative inlaid pen box or jewelry box. Inside dimen...
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20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sandalwood

Cream With Black Etched Diamond Pattern Lidded Box, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian lidded cream bone box with thin black criss cross pattern design. Overall diamond pattern. Part of a large collection of bone boxes
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

Papier Mâché Frog Box
Located in Tampa, FL
A vintage hand painted papier mâché box in the shape of a frog from Kashmir India. Gold and black, circa,1960s.
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1960s Vintage South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

Vintage Boho Inlay Lidded Box
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A breathtaking example of Anglo-Indian artistry, this antique tea caddy is a masterpiece of meticulous craftsmanship. The domed lid and sides are veneered in a stunning, highly-figur...
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Late 20th Century Anglo-Indian South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Bone, Ebony, Rosewood

John Richard Vintage Beige Tessellated Shell Bone Decorative Wood Jewelry Box
By John Richard, Maitland Smith
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage handmade and hand painted John Richard beige, gold leaf and Brass tessellated Shell Bone decorative jewelry box. Features a lined with black Ultrasuede Fruit Wood Box to stor...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Ultrasuede, Wood, Shell

Turn Of The Century Brass Indian Box With Gemstones
Located in Tampa, FL
A brass box with turquoise and coral. Turn of the century, India.
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Early 1900s Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Brass

Cream Color Bone Lidded Box With Gold Strip, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian cream color lidded bone box with gold strip surround. Strips of bone are inlaid to create a color on color checkerboard pattern. Part of a large collection of bon...
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

Anglo Indian Trinket Box
Located in Tampa, FL
Anglo Indian trinket box, nice size inlaid in brass made of rosewood. The interior is two and half inches deep. India, circa 1890s.
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1890s Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Cream Textured Bone Lidded Box, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian natural cream colored bone box. Composed of a mosaic of slices of bone. Also available in a larger size ( S6543 ). Part of a large collection of bone boxes.
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

A Mid 19th Century Mughal Style Silver Betel Box, Northern India
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Intended to hold paan or betel, the seamed cylindrical body flaring downward towards the base, the domed lid showing a lotus-bud final over a flattened and canted rim, both decorated...
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Mid-19th Century Islamic Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Cream Large Round Lidded Bone Box, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian large round lidded bone box. Small round handle on top of the lid. Indented band shape in the middle of the body of the box.
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

Gold Stripe Decorative Lidded Bone Box, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian gold stripe lidded bone box. Part of a large collection of bone boxes and trays.8
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

19th Century Anglo Indian Vizagapatam Carved Sandalwood Box Micro Mosaic Inlays
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely 19th century Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam carved sandalwood and inlaid box Mid-19th century Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam carved sandalwood box...
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19th Century Anglo-Indian Antique South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Wood

Grey And Cream Stripe Lidded Bone Box, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian grey and cream stripe lidded bone box. Part of a large collection of bone boxes and trays.
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

Black And Cream Etched Diamond Pattern Lidded Bone Box, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian decorative lidded bone box. Small criss cross design. Thin black lines form small overall diamond pattern. Part of a large collection of bone boxes.
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

1950s Patinated Copper Box Embossed Elephant India
Located in Chula Vista, CA
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...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper

Round Wooden Indian Box
Located in Tampa, FL
A round wooden box from India. Might be some type of rosewood. Circa 1920s, maybe a little earlier. Box with ivory feet and finial. The interior is about two inches deep.
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1920s Vintage South Asian Decorative Boxes

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Ivory, Rosewood

Indian Hand Painted Papier Mâché Box
Located in Tampa, FL
A hand painted papier mâché square box with stripes on the sides and flowers on the top. It is signed Kashmir. Circa 1960s.
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1960s Vintage South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paper

White Bone Textured Box, India, Contemporary
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Indian all-over textured lidded white bone box. ARRIVAL TBD    
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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone

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