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Vintage mid century heavy solid brass ornate Dhokra elephant shaped trinket box, hand made in India. This piece is unique …
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Vintage mid century heavy solid brass ornate Dhokra elephant shaped trinket box, hand made in India. This piece is unique and substantial! It is extremely heavy and intricately hand-hammered with texture elements. These specific pieces were often designed to store betel nuts (the areca nut is the seed of the areca palm) which were traditionally chewed as a digestive stimulant and mild narcotic. But they can not be used to store and display your favorite treasures / accessories. This piece of hand made art opens up with a hinged lid that latches closed on the front...boasting ample storage space inside. A lock could be added to the latch if you wish. It is footed, making it very elegant and sturdy.
Measurements:
6 1/2" tall x 5" long x 5" wide
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- Dimensions
- 5ʺW × 5ʺD × 6.5ʺH
- Period
- 1970s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brass
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition! Excellent condition! less
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