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Exclusive set of 3 Anglo-Indian chests – Sadeli Mosaic & Wood Carving – With Antwerp Auction Provenance – circa 1880/1900 2. Description (Part 1) A museum-worthy and extremely rare set of 3 matched Anglo-Indian chests, produced during the British colonial period in India (ca. 1870–1900). Details of the chests: Large writing slope / lectern chest: Equipped with a slanted fold-out writing surface with purple velvet and several storage compartments for writing paraphernalia. Medium / elongated casket: Covered with fabric and richly detailed with Sadeli mosaic. Small casket / jewelry box: Lined interior and likewise richly decorated with wood carving and inlay. 3. Description (Part 2 – Craft & History) Craft & Materials: The chests are surrounded by exquisitely refined high-relief woodcarving (executed in Padouk / Rosewood with motifs of flora and architecture). The edges are inlaid with Sadeli mosaic (an ancient technique of fine geometric bone and wood inlay) and framed with bone inlay. Provenance / History: Even more special is that all 3 chests originate from the renowned Antwerp auction of Charles Van Herck & Zoon (P.V.B.A. Leopoldstraat 57, Antwerp). The original auction slips (lot numbers 343, 345, 619) and the vintage auction stickers on the bottom are still fully present. 4. Dimensions & Specifications Dimensions (H x W x D): Large writing slope: 9 cm x 32 cm x 22 cm Elongated small chest: 6 cm x 27.5 cm x 10 cm Small box: 6 cm x 20 cm x 15 cm Specifications: Origin: British India (Bombay / Vizagapatam) Material: Sandalwood / Padouk, Bone inlay, Sadeli mosaic, Velvet Quantity: 3 pieces (complete set) Condition: Good antique condition with light, authentic signs of aging in accordance with the age (see photos).
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