Items Similar to 18th Century Brass Mounted "Marriage" Dowry Box

Late 18th Century Lacquered Teak with Decorative Brass Indian Dowry Box

18th Century Swedish folk art marriage box - Patinated

18th Century Swedish folk art marriage box - Dark

Antique Scandinavian silver marriage box, love birds, 18th century

Dutch Walnut Writing Box with Brass Mounts, Early 18th Century

Gold-Mounted Agate Box, German, 18th Century

Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 11

18th Century Brass Mounted "Marriage" Dowry Box

About the Item

Exquisite Indian craftsmanship made of teak with decorative brass on a patinated surface. The brass fittings are hand-beaten, showcasing the exceptional skill of the artisans who created it. Unusual small size. Made during the latter part of the Mughal Empire, circa 1780. Featuring beautiful and ornate brass hinges and decoration with a hinged lid. This wonderfully handcrafted brass and teak dowry box is a step into a rich cultural heritage. Historically, these wooden boxes, adorned with brass fittings, were given to a bride by her parents on her wedding day and contained valuables such as jewelry and money. The box's unique shape mimics the sloped roofs of the local Hindu temples of the time. Its shape also symbolizes the bride's new home. A beautiful sentiment for the newly wedded, which shows how this dowry box was very meaningful to a very special someone!

Dimensions:

Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass,Lacquer,Teak,Hand-Carved,Hand-Painted

Place of Origin:

India

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

18th Century

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition. Refer to photos for details.

Seller Location:

Middleburg, VA

Reference Number:

Seller: 66061stDibs: LU872644369762

More From This Seller

View All

Late 18th Century Lacquered Teak with Decorative Brass Indian Dowry Box

Located in Middleburg, VA

This beautiful late 18th century marriage dowry box is an exquisite example of Indian craftsmanship. Made of teak with a patinated red lacquered surface, int...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Lacquered Teak with Decorative Brass Indian Dowry Box

$2,300

Late 18th Century George III English Box

Located in Middleburg, VA

Late 18th Century George III English Box. Veneered in beautifully highly figured burled ash with small inlaid shield shapes. Made in England circa 1790. A beautifully crafted late 1...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Late 18th Century George III English Box

$970

19th Century Middle Eastern Brass-Mounted Domed Teak Wood Box

Located in Middleburg, VA

An extraordinary 19th-century Middle Eastern domed casket, hand-carved from a single block of richly grained teak wood and mounted with pierced and hand-hammered brass hardware. This...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Moorish Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th Century Middle Eastern Brass-Mounted Domed Teak Wood Box

$970

19th Century Indian Brass Box with Etched Decoration

Located in Middleburg, VA

19th Century Indian brass box. Large stylized fish motif on the top. Fluted base with incredibly intricate etched decoration overall. Made in India ...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

19th Century Indian Brass Box with Etched Decoration

$975

19th Century Indonesian Red and Black Lacquered Document Box with Brass Handles

Located in Middleburg, VA

This 19th century red and black lacquered Indonesian document box is a beautiful way to keep your important papers tucked away. Made of richly patinated teak with intricate red and b...

Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Teak

19th Century Indonesian Red and Black Lacquered Document Box with Brass Handles

$850

Fine Quality Late 19th Century “Dome“ Shaped Box

Located in Middleburg, VA

Fine Quality Late 19th Century “Dome“ Shaped Box . Beautifully Crafted, Constructed of “Burled Amboyna Wood” with Ebony edging. Nice small proportions with a deep patination and reta...

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish French Provincial Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ebony, Amboyna

Fine Quality Late 19th Century “Dome“ Shaped Box

$750

Antique 18th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

18th Century Swedish folk art marriage box - Patinated

$1,237

18th Century Swedish folk art marriage box - Dark

Located in Malton, GB

This is a stunning example of original 18th century Swedish folk art in the form of a marriage box. The patina and age are stunning and make this a very characterful decorative piece...

Category

Antique 18th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pine

18th Century Swedish folk art marriage box - Dark

$1,237

Antique Scandinavian silver marriage box, love birds, 18th century

Located in NEWARK, GB

A wonderful antique Scandinavian or Dutch silver marriage box. It is crafted in sterling silver, late 18th century and is designed as a hinged, shaped...

Category

Antique 18th Century Scandinavian Rococo Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Antique Scandinavian silver marriage box, love birds, 18th century

$385 Sale Price

20% Off

Free Shipping

Dutch Walnut Writing Box with Brass Mounts, Early 18th Century

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A Dutch walnut writing box with brass mounts Early 18th century Measures: H. 20 x W. 47 x D. 28 cm The interior is divided in various compa...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Dutch Walnut Writing Box with Brass Mounts, Early 18th Century

$8,148

Free Shipping

Gold-Mounted Agate Box, German, 18th Century

Located in New York, NY

Gold-mounted agate box, German, 18th century.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier German Decorative Boxes

Gold-Mounted Agate Box, German, 18th Century

$15,000

English 18th Century Gold-Mounted Agate Snuff-Box

Located in Paris, FR

Agate box or snuff-box in of circular form with gently bombé sides, the gold mounted lid is chased with scrollwork. Probably Georges II period. Unmarked gold...

Category