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Domed Mamluk-style chest or trunk.

Middle East

late 19th or early 20th century

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A rectangular box with a hinged, round lid. It features intricate decorations, including dense Arabic calligraphy in Thuluth script. The decorations cover the entire exterior surface in shades of gold/copper against a dark background, possibly red and green.

Details

Inventory Code: 1539
Category: Boxes
Material: Wood
Origin: Middle East
Period: late 19th or early 20th century
Dimensions: 49 * 33 * 30 cm
Condition: Excellent cosmetic condition with minimal wear commensurate with age. Some crystal bells contain evidence of small cracks.