Card case
Indian
Category
Wooden objects
Date
1800
Materials
Sandalwood, blackwood, tin, horn and ivory
Measurements
97 x 70 x 15 mm
Place of origin
Bombay
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Powis Castle and Garden, Powys
NT 1180677.19
Summary
Card case with hexagonal mosaic veneer of ivory, wood, tin and stained horn, and sandalwood interior. From 'Sadeli' mosaic fitted workbox, veneered with hexagonal mosaic of ivory, wood, tin, and stained horn on wooden carcass; sandalwood and blackwood linings; silver mounts. E.India (Vizagapatam), c.1800. See catalogue pg.85.
Provenance
Accepted by HM Treasury on 21st March, 1963 in lieu of tax and conveyed to National Trust ownership on 29th November 1963.
Makers and roles
Indian , maker