A late 19thc Anglo Indian finely carved sandalwood work box with sedeli decoration.
The top is highly decorative and has a border of sedili work framed with ivory and also three ivory inset panels.
The fine carving depicts three dancing figures within a scene of foliage and this is set infront of a mirrored panel.
The front, back & side panels are again depicting carved foliage & bird design and have sedeli and ivory decoration.
The interior lid and base are lined with red velvet.
It sits on four brass bun style feet.
Size:
Height: 10cm / 4''
Width: 23cm / 9''
Depth: 17cm / 6.75''