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A rare Anglo-Indian games box
Estimate
2.000 - 3.000
Session 1
15 July 2024
Hammer Price
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Crafted from ebonized sandalwood, sandalwood, and ivory
The exterior is veneered in ebonized sandalwood and ivory, featuring a richly decorated chessboard with sadeli (micro-mosaic) friezes and carved in low relief with foliage, animal motifs, and landscapes with buildings
The interior with a backgammon board adorned with sadeli work
India, 19th century
(minor defects and restorations)
8x46,5x23,5 cm
Category
Objects
Closed Auction
