Antica Scatola - Spice box - Lacquered and Hand-Decorated Wood - Animal and Human Engravings
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Antica Scatola Portaspezie Orientale, a hand-painted lacquered wood piece from Asia dating to the 1950s, made by Antica Scatola, with animals and humans incised decorations and a height of 22 cm, a base diameter of 16.5 cm, in good condition.
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Ancient Oriental Wooden Lacquered and Hand-Painted Spice Box (1950s) with beautiful engravings.
Splendid and rare antique spice box (or container), round, handcrafted in lacquered wood and hand-painted. Originating from the charming region between Afghanistan and Pakistan (or attributable to northern India / Kashmir) and presumably dating to the mid-20th century (1950s). An authentic collectible piece, rich in history and charm, ideal as a trinket box, jewelry box, or as a refined ethnically-inspired/vintage decorative element in country-house salons or wonder rooms.
Main Features:
* Type: Antique traditional container / spice box.
* Geographical origin: Region between Afghanistan and Pakistan / North India / Kashmir.
* Era: Mid-20th century (1950s).
* Material: Carved wood finished with lacquered/hand-painted work.
* Design and Decorations:
* Lid: Dome decorated with detailed figurative incised and painted motifs (human figures, armored animals, vegetal and solar elements) in tones of black, ochre red and orange. Crowned by an elegant turned knob on top.
* Base: Geometric lattice-like pattern with raised floral motifs along the entire circumference.
* Structure: Composed of 2 pieces (container base + lid with a perfect interlock).
The item presents in generally good condition considering its age. Being an authentic antique/vintage piece, it shows slight and natural signs of time on the painted surface and wood, which attest to its genuineness and confer a unique aesthetic value. As shown in the photographs.
Dimensions:
* Total height (including knob): 22 cm
* Diameter: 16.5 x 16.5 cm
Tracked and professional international shipping with insured courier. Safe and protective packing.
Ancient Oriental Wooden Lacquered and Hand-Painted Spice Box (1950s) with beautiful engravings.
Splendid and rare antique spice box (or container), round, handcrafted in lacquered wood and hand-painted. Originating from the charming region between Afghanistan and Pakistan (or attributable to northern India / Kashmir) and presumably dating to the mid-20th century (1950s). An authentic collectible piece, rich in history and charm, ideal as a trinket box, jewelry box, or as a refined ethnically-inspired/vintage decorative element in country-house salons or wonder rooms.
Main Features:
* Type: Antique traditional container / spice box.
* Geographical origin: Region between Afghanistan and Pakistan / North India / Kashmir.
* Era: Mid-20th century (1950s).
* Material: Carved wood finished with lacquered/hand-painted work.
* Design and Decorations:
* Lid: Dome decorated with detailed figurative incised and painted motifs (human figures, armored animals, vegetal and solar elements) in tones of black, ochre red and orange. Crowned by an elegant turned knob on top.
* Base: Geometric lattice-like pattern with raised floral motifs along the entire circumference.
* Structure: Composed of 2 pieces (container base + lid with a perfect interlock).
The item presents in generally good condition considering its age. Being an authentic antique/vintage piece, it shows slight and natural signs of time on the painted surface and wood, which attest to its genuineness and confer a unique aesthetic value. As shown in the photographs.
Dimensions:
* Total height (including knob): 22 cm
* Diameter: 16.5 x 16.5 cm
Tracked and professional international shipping with insured courier. Safe and protective packing.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Animal and Human Engravings
Country of origin
Asia
Manufacturer/brand
Antica Scatola
Material
Lacquered and Hand-Decorated Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
22 cm
Width
16.5 cm
Depth
16.5 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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