AngloIndian 19th Century Victorian Wooden Trinket Pill Box – MotherofPearl

£58.00

AngloIndian 19th Century Victorian Wooden Trinket Pill Box – MotherofPearl

£58.00
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Condition Notes: Exterior: Displays signs of wear consistent with age, with some minor loss of inlay and slight discoloration.Lid: Securely attached, but some wear and aging are visible on the bone and pearl inlay.Base: Noticeable wear and patina, with surface scratches and marks.Edges: Some bone inlays have minor chipping, but the structure remains intact.

Antique: Yes

Style/ Period: Victorian

Original/Repro: Original

Product: Boxes

Country of Origin: India

This exquisite AngloIndian Victorian trinket box from the 19th century showcases remarkable craftsmanship, featuring intricate motherofpearl inlay and bone detailing on a dark wooden base. Likely handcrafted in India for the British colonial market, this small box was originally designed as a pill, snuff, or trinket box, making it a cherished collectible piece.

Product Details:

  • Type: AngloIndian Victorian Trinket/Pill Box
  • Material: Wood, bone, and motherofpearl inlay
  • Dimensions: Approx. 5.75 cm  in width (as shown in the measurement photo)
  • Design: Geometric inlay with a central decorative medallion
  • Color: Dark wood with ivorytoned bone and shimmering motherofpearl accents
  • Period: 19th Century (Victorian Era)
  • Origin: Likely India, crafted for the British colonial market

Condition:

  • Exterior: Displays signs of wear consistent with age, with some minor loss of inlay and slight discoloration.
  • Lid: Securely attached, but some wear and aging are visible on the bone and pearl inlay.
  • Base: Noticeable wear and patina, with surface scratches and marks.
  • Edges: Some bone inlays have minor chipping, but the structure remains intact.

History of AngloIndian Inlaid Boxes:
During the British Raj (18581947), Indian artisans produced intricate inlaid wooden boxes for British officers and aristocrats. These boxes, often adorned with bone, ivory, or motherofpearl inlays, were influenced by Mughal and Persian decorative arts. They were commonly used as jewelry boxes, snuff boxes, or pill cases, combining fine craftsmanship with practical elegance.

This 19thcentury AngloIndian pill box is a beautiful and rare collector's piece, perfect for lovers of Victorian antiques, colonialera artifacts, and handcrafted wooden inlay work.

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