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Elegant octagonal box in thuya burl, made in the Essaouira region (Morocco), renowned for its thuya craftsmanship.
Fully handmade, carved, polished and varnished by hand in the 1970s.

The thuya burl presents superb swirling, natural and unique patterns, characteristic of this precious wood.
The box is fitted with fine metal hinges, typical of quality productions of that period.

Dimensions :  
• Diameter : 13 cm
• Height : 4.5 cm
• Weight : 301 g

Material : solid thuya burl
Origin : Essaouira, Morocco
Condition : very good condition, beautiful natural shine.

Authentic decorative piece, ideal for collectors, lovers of Moroccan crafts, or for use in a jewelry or precious objects box.

Élégante boîte octogonale en loupe de thuya, réalisée dans la région d’Essaouira (Maroc), réputée pour son artisanat du thuya.
Travail entièrement artisanal, sculpté, poli et verni à la main dans les années 1970.

La loupe de thuya présente de superbes motifs tourbillonnants, naturels et uniques, caractéristiques de ce bois précieux.
La boîte est équipée de charnières métalliques fines, typiques des productions de qualité de cette période.

Dimensions :  
• Diamètre : 13 cm
• Hauteur : 4,5 cm
• Poids : 301 g

Matériau : loupe de thuya massif  
Origine : Essaouira, Maroc  
État : très bon état, belle brillance naturelle.

Pièce décorative authentique, idéale pour collectionneurs, amateurs d’artisanat marocain ou pour un usage en coffret à bijoux ou objets précieux.

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Case - Thuja magnifying glass - Thuya burl box

Morocco - Contemporary  - 1970-1980

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An octagonal box made of solid thuya burl wood, estimated period 1970–1980, from Essaouira, Morocco, in excellent condition with minor signs of wear.

Case - Thuja magnifying glass - Thuya burl box

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An octagonal box made of solid thuya burl wood, estimated period 1970–1980, from Essaouira, Morocco, in excellent condition with minor signs of wear.

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