A small Indian silver oval box
19th century, apparently unmarked
Diam. 8.1 cm
The charming box has an embossed decoration of a winged putto, small nude figure, in the centre of the lid and two putti next to him, amongst vines and flowers, the underside with engraved leaves and flowers.
Diam. 8.1 cm
The charming box has an embossed decoration of a winged putto, small nude figure, in the centre of the lid and two putti next to him, amongst vines and flowers, the underside with engraved leaves and flowers.
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