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British Colonial Ebony Pen Box

Late 19th century

SGD 1,350

An antique British colonial ebony pen box with a hinged, stepped lid. It is carved on all sides in low relief with a geometric pattern. The interior is fitted with two large and one small compartment. The inner edges of the hinged lid and box are inlaid with small ivory circles. The box stands on solid ebony base. Ebony is a rare, expensive black wood of very close grain that is heavy in weight.

The box is in good condition and has been lovingly restored and finished to its former glory using a traditional form of French polishing and waxing. Ebony is a rare, expensive black wood of very close grain and is heavy in weight.

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Nagina
British colonial India
H: 8 cm W: 26 cm D: 9 cm
H: 3” W: 10½” D: 3½”

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