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Hand-Carved Indian Wooden Trinket Box | Vintage Floral Design

Hand-Carved Indian Wooden Trinket Box | Vintage Floral Design

R 520.00 ZAR
R 520.00 ZAR
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A beautifully hand-carved wooden trinket box from India, crafted in solid hardwood and adorned with traditional floral motifs on every visible side. The box features a removable lift-off lid with a deeply carved central rosette—an element commonly associated with North Indian carving traditions. 

Sized slightly larger than standard trinket boxes, it offers a practical interior that can hold jewellery, keepsakes, small stationery items, or devotional objects, while remaining a decorative accent in its own right.

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Dimensions

- Height: 12.7 cm
- Length: 12.4 cm
- Width: 9.2 cm

Condition

- Very Good - This vintage piece is in good condition with expected age-related wear.
- Minor marks along the edges and natural variations in the wood are visible, consistent with a handcrafted item that has developed a warm patina over time.
- The carving remains crisp, and the lid fits securely without wobbling.
- No cracks or structural concerns noted.

Additional Information

1. Design & Features
- Entirely hand-carved floral panels on the front and lid, displaying vines, buds, and stylised blossoms typical of Indian craftsmanship.
- Lift-off lid (no hinges), fitted neatly and smoothly.
- Warm natural finish that allows the wood grain to remain visible.
- Solid hardwood construction, likely sheesham (Indian rosewood), known for its durability and fine textured grain.
- Stamp “INDIA” on the underside, confirming mid-to-late 20th-century production.

2. Craftsmanship
- This box was made using traditional hand tools in a region known for wood carving—likely Saharanpur, India.
- The floral work is carved in low-to-medium relief, creating depth and shadow while maintaining softness in the petal shapes.
- The artisan has intentionally left the interior unlined, a hallmark of authentic handcrafted Indian boxes rather than mass-produced export pieces.

3. Uses & Versatility
- Jewellery or keepsake storage
- Desk organiser for mementos or stationery
- Display piece on a sideboard, bookshelf, or dressing table
- Giftable as a symbolic box for storing meaningful items

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