Centre table - Egyptian Revival style - Silverplated

A beautiful and rare antique box in the iconic Egyptian Revival style, dating from the late 19th century (Victorian era, ca. 1870-1890).
This unique object is originally the central box of an exclusive antique ink set (desk inkstand).
Lid: Beautifully decorated with a detailed, seated Sphinx,
Feet/Handles: The box rests on characteristic claw feet that gracefully blend into winged figures (harpies/sphinxes) on the sides.
Style: Egyptian Revival – a movement that was incredibly popular at the time after archaeological discoveries in Egypt.
The box is in a beautiful, authentic antique condition with a wonderful patina. The interior is gilded.
The box is in a beautiful, authentic antique condition.
Weight 444 grams; length 16.5 cm, height 11 cm, depth circa 9.5 cm. (silver-plated; there are no silver marks found / no silver hallmark found).
Current function: a trinket box / desk accessory / tobacco box.