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Carved from stone, this unique box was made by the skilled sculptors of Vietnam. It has been decorated on each surface with an intricate flowering rose design in relief. The images on each side extend seamlessly from one surface to the next. Natural stone is contrasted against sections painted in black. The lid is held by sets of brass hinges.  The box is 27cm / 10.6 inches long, 6cm / 2.4 inches wide and 4cm / 1.6 inches high. It weights 600 grams or 1.3 pounds. See below for shipping costs to your country.

Soapstone, also known as steatite, is a metamorphic rock largely composed of the mineral talc. It occurs where tectonic plates are sub ducted, changing rocks by heat and pressure, with an influx of fluids, but without melting. It has served as a medium for carving for thousands of years, particularly in India where it was widely used in sculpture and the construction of temples - famously the temples of the Hoysala Empire. The high content of talc makes it relatively soft and ideal for carving. It was also popular amongst the Egyptians and Native Americans as a medium for sculpture.

Reduced postage offered for combined items

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Postage Costs (registered airmail 1-2 weeks)

Free

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Postage & Handling

·         We post worldwide using registered airmail unless otherwise requested

·         Shipping usually takes 7-14 days (but as little as 4 days for some destinations and up to 3 weeks for others)

·         Items are professionally packed to ensure safe arrival

·         Items bought within a 5 day period can be combined to reduce the cost of postage

·         Customers can request insurance and will be notified of the additional cost (Insurance may not be available for some countries)

·         If an item is returned to us marked ‘Unclaimed’, the cost of sending it again will be the responsibility of the customer

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Payment Information

·         We accept payment by PayPal and direct bank deposit into our Australian bank account 

·         Your items will be sent within 2 days of receiving payment

·         Prompt payment is appreciated

·         If payment is not received within 7 days after a listing closes and the winning buyer has not responded to our emails, a dispute will be lodged with eBay

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Return Policy

·         We agree to refund money paid for an item, less the cost of postage, or offer store credit to any customer not satisfied with an item

·         The item must be returned to us in its original condition, within 14 days of receipt to qualify for a refund or store credit

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About Us

exotic asia offers a dynamic collection of some of the most beautiful and interesting items available from Laos, Vietnam, Thailand, Burma, Cambodia and India. Our products are hand made by skilled artists, craftsmen and women and are often ‘one of a kind’ pieces. We are constantly stocking our store with exotic new treasures that reflect the colourful cultures and traditions of the East. We hope to support traditional and emerging skills in developing countries by finding a global market for their rich and diverse creations.

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Exotic Asia

 Registered Australian Business

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