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Veneered Footed Sandalwood Sewing Box w/Penwork Decoration, Vizagapatam, India
Price:$3,000
$3,500List Price
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Width: 7.38 in (18.75 cm)Depth: 5.38 in (13.67 cm)
- Style:Anglo-Indian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1850
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chapel Hill, NC
- Reference Number:Seller: ACK1stDibs: LU7371242920242

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English traders discovered the rich woods and intricate workmanship of Indian artisans, so colonial government officials began to recognize the work of the Indian artists and craftsmen as a source for satisfying the need for furniture and boxes, which would both serve to enhance English households in India. This gave rise to the cabinetmaking workshops in Vizagapatam between Calcutta and Madras.
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