Indian silver inlaid box IN641
Rectangular box made of blackened alloy of zinc and copper inlaid with thin sheets of pure silver arranged in floral patterns. This form of metal handicraft is called bidriware and originating from the town of Bidar. Here are some interesting stories about its manufacturing that encompass an eight-stage process.
Deccan region, North-eastern part of Karnataka state, South India.
18-19th century.
117 long x 85 high x 75 mm wide.