Box - silver-plated metal - Tea holder with engraved ornament.

Silver-plated metal tea box – Moroccan production – incised decoration – second half of the 20th century

Detailed description
Elegant oriental-style tea box, crafted in silver-plated metal with rich incised and embossed decoration in floral and arabesque motifs.
The octagonal shape, central medallions with repoussé work, decorative side rings and spherical feet clearly evoke North African artisanal tradition, particularly Moroccan.
The hinged lid features a turned knob and concentric incised decorations. The interior is smooth and silvered, with a natural patina consistent with its age.
The piece shows artisanal craftsmanship, with slight irregularities typical of manual production, an element that reinforces its authenticity.

Technical features
Material: silver-plated metal
Technique: manual incision and embossing
Shape: octagonal
Lid: hinged with knob
Handles: decorative side rings
Feet: four spherical feet
Origin: Likely Morocco
Era: second half of the 20th century (circa 1960–1975)
Measurements: 15.5 x 14.5 x 17.5 cm h
Weight: 0.892 kg

Condition
Good overall condition.
Normal signs of wear, slight oxidation and small superficial scratches consistent with age and use.
Interior with natural patina. Stable structure. Please carefully view the photographs, which are an integral part of the description.

Curiosity
Objects like these were often used as tea caddies or decorative containers in traditional North African homes and later produced for the European market as oriental-style furniture.

Shipping
Careful and professional packaging.
Tracked shipping with courier.