Antique Anglo Indian Bone Pen Box Floral Polychrome Painted Sliding Tray c1880 For Sale

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ANTIQUE DECORATED PEN BOX

LIKELY ANGLO-INDIA ORIGIN

CA. 1880

DIMENSIONS

About 11 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 2 1/4"

DESCRIPTION

Long, narrow polychrome decorated box with a sliding inner tray for holding personal items or writing implements. Exterior is created from small thick bone veneer plaques, fitted together in a rectangular mosaic-like pattern, and decorated with finely outlined flowers, leaves, and vines in red, black and green designs. Wood appears to be teak. Box might have been used for storing betel leaves, spices, cherished items, etc.

CONDITION

Overall very good antique condition. Structurally sound and sturdy. No chips or cracks. Tiles intact. Some age discoloration (all visible in the images).

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