Lot Essay
A similar box attributed to 18th century Mysore, is published in Silver Mughal Magnificence, exhibition catalogue, Charleroi, 1987, cat.240, p.160.
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POSSIBLY MYSORE, SOUTH INDIA, 18TH CENTURY
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A SILVER SPICE BOX
POSSIBLY MYSORE, SOUTH INDIA, 18TH CENTURY
Of flower-shaped form divided into heart-shaped compartments, each with hinged opening and floral finial, the central screw in the form of a flower bud, the base engraved with Indian script and with old label
4 1/8in. (10.5cm.) diam.
POSSIBLY MYSORE, SOUTH INDIA, 18TH CENTURY
Of flower-shaped form divided into heart-shaped compartments, each with hinged opening and floral finial, the central screw in the form of a flower bud, the base engraved with Indian script and with old label
4 1/8in. (10.5cm.) diam.
Special notice
VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price and at 20% on the buyer's premium.