ANTIQUE INDIAN BOX

An antique Indian copper box with removable (rather than hinged) lid with pierced and fretted edge detail. The box is decorated all round with panels of etched figures inside foliate bands, the lid having a similar theme. The interior of the box is tinned.

It is of good useful size (almost shoe box size) and has a variety of potential uses.

Date: Early 20th Century.

Condition. Good functional condition and sturdy construction with good thick copper sheet. Left uncleaned externally with tarnish all over. The tinned interior is tarnished. The lid has minor dings and darker tarnish spots.

Dimensions:
Length: 31.5 cm (12-3/8")
Depth: 16.2 cm (6-3/8")
Height: 12.2 cm (4-3/4")

Weight: 2.256 kg

Stock number: AC2274