(3931) Thewa Box. Rajasthan. India. 19th c. Silver, glass and gold

Antique 19th century Thewa silver box, possibly a jewellery element (pendent). Found with four sapphires and gold small parts.

The thewa lid of the box depicts a boar hunting scene. "Thewa" work originates in Rajasthan in the 18th century, and becomes part of the classic Anglo-Indian jewelry.

For a good description of the production technique, see Oppi Untracht : "Traditional jewelry of India", pages 300- 303. Please look carefully to our pictures and read sizes and weight, because pictures are oversized to show lacks and values. We do not accept to undervalue our items. Or antique and will show signs of age.

However we will point out any damage or fault. Please look at our pictures, they are extremely precise, but they are just pictures, so colors could change from monitor to monitor. Although the utmost care is taken with packing and dispatch; all items are sent. This item is in the category "Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Brooches & Pins".gioielli" and is located in this country: IT. This item can be shipped to North, South, or Latin America, all countries in Europe, all countries in continental Asia, Australia.

• Brand: Unbranded
• Type: Box
• Signed: No
• Base Metal: Fine Silver
• Main Stone Color: Deep Blue
• Metal: Silver
• Country/Region of Manufacture: India
• Country of Origin: India
• Jewelry Department: Fine

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