Lot Essay
For other pieces by Oomersi Mawji, see lots 578 and 579 in this sale.
.jpg?w=1)
MARKED OOMERSI MAWJI, KUTCH, INDIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY
Details
A SILVER RECTANGULAR BOX
MARKED OOMERSI MAWJI, KUTCH, INDIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY
On plain base, the repoussé sylvan decoration arranged in framed panels, the hinged lid with a pride of lion on a river bank pursuing a man holding a cub and hurryingly boarding a row boat, the borders with scrolling vines inhabited by avian motifs, the sides depicting wild animals, including bears, a boar and a stag attacked by hounds and a scene at a watering hole, each bordered by floral tendrils, very good condition
7 x 4¾ x 2½in. (18 x 12.5 x 6.5cm.)
MARKED OOMERSI MAWJI, KUTCH, INDIA, LATE 19TH CENTURY
On plain base, the repoussé sylvan decoration arranged in framed panels, the hinged lid with a pride of lion on a river bank pursuing a man holding a cub and hurryingly boarding a row boat, the borders with scrolling vines inhabited by avian motifs, the sides depicting wild animals, including bears, a boar and a stag attacked by hounds and a scene at a watering hole, each bordered by floral tendrils, very good condition
7 x 4¾ x 2½in. (18 x 12.5 x 6.5cm.)
Sale room notice
Please note the correct dimensions for this lot should read 7 x 4¾ x 2½in. (18 x 12.5 x 6.5cm.)
If you wish to view the condition report of this lot, please sign in to your account.