Antique Indian Brass-Clad Hardwood Lidded Box | Circa Late 19th Century

Provenance & Ownership History
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Offered by Waddington’s, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, as Lot 27 in the Ethnographic Art & Artifacts auction on November 14, 2024. Subsequently acquired by a private collector in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Antique Indian hardwood box with dark metal cladding, pyramid studs, and hanging latch
Rotating 360-degree video of a late 19th-century Indian hardwood box with brass cladding, showing its geometric decoration, original lock and latch, side panels, hinged lid, and interior.
Front view of antique brass-clad wooden box with geometric embossing and key latch
Close-up of antique Indian hardwood box with brass pyramid stud detailing and rivets
High-angle view of metal-clad antique chest with raised pyramidal stud pattern
Long side of an antique Indian hardwood box showing rows of raised brass geometric panels and original fastening hardware.
Open Indian brass-clad box revealing the spacious hardwood interior and underside of the decorated hinged lid.
Open view of 19th century lidded box showing weathered wood interior and iron latch
Side view revealing brown hardwood beneath brass grid frames on antique box
Rear view of antique chest showing aged wood grain and metal hinge plates
Detail shot of lid surface with uniform embossed metal squares and pyramid centers
  • Antique Indian hardwood box with dark metal cladding, pyramid studs, and hanging latch
  • Rotating 360-degree video of a late 19th-century Indian hardwood box with brass cladding, showing its geometric decoration, original lock and latch, side panels, hinged lid, and interior.
  • Front view of antique brass-clad wooden box with geometric embossing and key latch
  • Close-up of antique Indian hardwood box with brass pyramid stud detailing and rivets
  • High-angle view of metal-clad antique chest with raised pyramidal stud pattern
  • Long side of an antique Indian hardwood box showing rows of raised brass geometric panels and original fastening hardware.
  • Open Indian brass-clad box revealing the spacious hardwood interior and underside of the decorated hinged lid.
  • Open view of 19th century lidded box showing weathered wood interior and iron latch
  • Side view revealing brown hardwood beneath brass grid frames on antique box
  • Rear view of antique chest showing aged wood grain and metal hinge plates
  • Detail shot of lid surface with uniform embossed metal squares and pyramid centers
Antique Indian hardwood box with dark metal cladding, pyramid studs, and hanging latch
Rotating 360-degree video of a late 19th-century Indian hardwood box with brass cladding, showing its geometric decoration, original lock and latch, side panels, hinged lid, and interior.
Front view of antique brass-clad wooden box with geometric embossing and key latch
Close-up of antique Indian hardwood box with brass pyramid stud detailing and rivets
High-angle view of metal-clad antique chest with raised pyramidal stud pattern
Long side of an antique Indian hardwood box showing rows of raised brass geometric panels and original fastening hardware.
Open Indian brass-clad box revealing the spacious hardwood interior and underside of the decorated hinged lid.
Open view of 19th century lidded box showing weathered wood interior and iron latch
Side view revealing brown hardwood beneath brass grid frames on antique box
Rear view of antique chest showing aged wood grain and metal hinge plates
Detail shot of lid surface with uniform embossed metal squares and pyramid centers
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Antique Indian Brass-Clad Hardwood Lidded Box | Circa Late 19th Century

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: India
Material: Hardwood with brass cladding
Period: Late 19th Century CE

Description

This remarkable antique Indian lidded box is a striking example of late 19th-century craftsmanship. Constructed from solid hardwood and clad in finely worked brass panels, the box features intricate embossing with geometric and pyramid-like motifs. Retaining its original hardware, including a functional lock and latch, this piece embodies both aesthetic elegance and practical use.

Features

- Hardwood construction providing strength and durability

- Brass cladding with embossed geometric and pyramid-like designs

- Original lock and latch in working order

- Spacious interior suitable for storage or display purposes

Cultural Significance

Such boxes were often used in India for storing valuables, jewelry, or dowries, combining functional design with artistic beauty. The brass cladding and detailed embossing not only elevated the visual appeal but also reflected traditional Indian metalworking skills, symbolic of prosperity and refinement.

Condition

Excellent antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The brass has developed a natural patina over time, and the hardwood body remains strong and stable. Original lock and latch are intact and functional.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 7.25 in
Width: 12 in
Depth: 8 in

Age (Approximate)

125–150 years old

Provenance 

Offered by Waddington’s, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, as Lot 27 in the Ethnographic Art & Artifacts auction on November 14, 2024. Subsequently acquired by a private collector in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: India
Material: Hardwood with brass cladding
Period: Late 19th Century CE

Description

This remarkable antique Indian lidded box is a striking example of late 19th-century craftsmanship. Constructed from solid hardwood and clad in finely worked brass panels, the box features intricate embossing with geometric and pyramid-like motifs. Retaining its original hardware, including a functional lock and latch, this piece embodies both aesthetic elegance and practical use.

Features

- Hardwood construction providing strength and durability

- Brass cladding with embossed geometric and pyramid-like designs

- Original lock and latch in working order

- Spacious interior suitable for storage or display purposes

Cultural Significance

Such boxes were often used in India for storing valuables, jewelry, or dowries, combining functional design with artistic beauty. The brass cladding and detailed embossing not only elevated the visual appeal but also reflected traditional Indian metalworking skills, symbolic of prosperity and refinement.

Condition

Excellent antique condition with age-appropriate wear. The brass has developed a natural patina over time, and the hardwood body remains strong and stable. Original lock and latch are intact and functional.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 7.25 in
Width: 12 in
Depth: 8 in

Age (Approximate)

125–150 years old

Provenance 

Offered by Waddington’s, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, as Lot 27 in the Ethnographic Art & Artifacts auction on November 14, 2024. Subsequently acquired by a private collector in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Learn More

Examine traditional Indian Brass-Bound Chests through Indigo Antiques

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