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Dutch Colonial Indonesian Tortoiseshell Box with Gilded Brass mounts

$6,000
£4,463.51
€5,233.12
CA$8,391.76
A$9,369.65
CHF 4,916.15
MX$115,638.01
NOK 61,796.69
SEK 57,821.76
DKK 39,039.96
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About the Item

Of superb quality, this red tortoise shell box with beautifully executed gilded brass mounts was most likely originally made to hold Tea of Sirih. It is in very fine antique condition and comes with original lock and key.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 18th Century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Small repairs to surface. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lyndhurst, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 20671stDibs: LU4917145612892

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