Antica Scatola - Spice box - Lacquered and Hand-Decorated...

Ancient Oriental Wooden Lacquered and Hand-Painted Spice Box (1950s) with beautiful engravings. Splendid and rare antique spice box (or container), round, handcrafted in lacquered wood and hand-painted. Originating from the charming region between Afghanistan and Pakistan (or attributable to northern India / Kashmir) and presumably dating to the mid-20th century (1950s). An authentic collectible piece, rich in history and charm, ideal as a trinket box, jewelry box, or as a refined ethnically-inspired/vintage decorative element in country-house salons or wonder rooms. Main Features: * Type: Antique traditional container / spice box. * Geographical origin: Region between Afghanistan and Pakistan / North India / Kashmir. * Era: Mid-20th century (1950s). * Material: Carved wood finished with lacquered/hand-painted work. * Design and Decorations: * Lid: Dome decorated with detailed figurative incised and painted motifs (human figures, armored animals, vegetal and solar elements) in tones of black, ochre red and orange. Crowned by an elegant turned knob on top. * Base: Geometric lattice-like pattern with raised floral motifs along the entire circumference. * Structure: Composed of 2 pieces (container base + lid with a perfect interlock). The item presents in generally good condition considering its age. Being an authentic antique/vintage piece, it shows slight and natural signs of time on the painted surface and wood, which attest to its genuineness and confer a unique aesthetic value. As shown in the photographs. Dimensions: * Total height (including knob): 22 cm * Diameter: 16.5 x 16.5 cm Tracked and professional international shipping with insured courier. Safe and protective packing.

Estimate:£143.67

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