Box
Category
Decorative ornaments
Date
1570 - 1600
Materials
Dalbergia nigra, Lapis lazuli, Rosewood [dalbergia nigra]
Measurements
150 x 130 mm; 130 mm (Length)
Place of origin
Italy
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Belton House, Lincolnshire
NT 435004
Summary
An Italian rosewood and parcel gilt plinth shaped box, the lid and sides inlaid with shaped panels of lapis lazuli, the raised borders decorated with foliage and geometric designs, late 16th century.