Antique South Asian Colonial Carved Camphor Wood Table Box

Description

A scarce antique South Asian hand carved wooden table box / jewelry casket.

Hand-crafted in the early 20th century, likely … more A scarce antique South Asian hand carved wooden table box / jewelry casket.

Hand-crafted in the early 20th century, likely British Ceylon (present day Sri Lanka) / Anglo-Indian (Colonial rule of India), featuring intricately carved floral and foliate motifs throughout, hand-crafted of top-quality solid Camphor wood displaying rich grain patterns, legged chest - coffer form with a hinged-lid top, lifting open to reveal an interior fitted with a removable divided tray, lower exterior drawer, inset handles to the drawer front and flanks, rising on short cabriole legs ending on pad feet.

Dimensions: (approx)
15.75" High, 17" Wide, 13" Deep

The rare museum quality example is in great original unrestored antique condition with beautifully aged warm rich patina over the whole. Wear consistent with age and indicative of use. Strong, sturdy, stable, structurally sound. Presents splendidly less