Hexagonal wooden jewelry box, hand-painted – 20th century - Painted and varnished wood, original brass lock and hinges. - India - Rajasthani miniature
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Origin: India; Title: Hexagonal painted wooden jewelry box handmade – 20th century; Dynastic Style/Period: Rajasthan miniature; Materials: painted and varnished wood with original brass latch and hinges; Dimensions: 11 cm high, 16 cm wide; Provenance: private collection; Condition: Excellent.
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Hexagonal hand-painted wooden jewelry box – Miniature art of Rajasthan (India) – 20th century
Description
Description of the object:
Elegant hexagonal jewelry or secrets box with a pyramidal-relief lid. This piece is a magnificent example of traditional artisanal craftsmanship from Rajasthan, India.
The exterior is entirely hand-decorated with miniature paintings of great finesse, depicting scenes of princely Rajput/Mughal court life under a starry sky and a full moon. The side panels and the lid alternate between portraits of royals in traditional attire and refined floral motifs. The borders are highlighted by a white geometric frieze reminiscent of pearl inlays.
Technical characteristics:
• Origin: India (Rajasthan region - Jaipur / Udaipur)
• Period: Second half of the 20th century
• Materials: Painted and varnished wood, original brass clasp and hinges
• Shape: Hexagonal (6 sides)
• Approximate dimensions: (To be completed by you: Length x Width x Height in cm)
• Weight: 350 g
Condition:
Good general wear with a beautiful patina of time. The original paint and varnish are well preserved, showing light authentic signs of wear that attest to its age and artisanal manufacture. The untreated stained wood interior is clean. Clasp and hinges functional.
The item will be packed with great care and shipped with a tracking number.
Hexagonal hand-painted wooden jewelry box – Miniature art of Rajasthan (India) – 20th century
Description
Description of the object:
Elegant hexagonal jewelry or secrets box with a pyramidal-relief lid. This piece is a magnificent example of traditional artisanal craftsmanship from Rajasthan, India.
The exterior is entirely hand-decorated with miniature paintings of great finesse, depicting scenes of princely Rajput/Mughal court life under a starry sky and a full moon. The side panels and the lid alternate between portraits of royals in traditional attire and refined floral motifs. The borders are highlighted by a white geometric frieze reminiscent of pearl inlays.
Technical characteristics:
• Origin: India (Rajasthan region - Jaipur / Udaipur)
• Period: Second half of the 20th century
• Materials: Painted and varnished wood, original brass clasp and hinges
• Shape: Hexagonal (6 sides)
• Approximate dimensions: (To be completed by you: Length x Width x Height in cm)
• Weight: 350 g
Condition:
Good general wear with a beautiful patina of time. The original paint and varnish are well preserved, showing light authentic signs of wear that attest to its age and artisanal manufacture. The untreated stained wood interior is clean. Clasp and hinges functional.
The item will be packed with great care and shipped with a tracking number.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Rajasthani miniature
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
India
Attribution
Original
Material
Painted and varnished wood, original brass lock and hinges.
Height
11 cm
Width
16 cm
Title of artwork
Hexagonal wooden jewelry box, hand-painted – 20th century
Condition
Excellent condition
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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