Box and Cover
19th century (made)
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Box and cover of silver, circular; cover slightly convex on top, with a broad band of scrolling leafy stems bearing four large floral forms and buds, with a low dome-like boss at the centre. The edges of the box and lid are cross-hatched.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Silver, chased and repoussé |
| Brief description | Box and cover, silver with chased and repoussé with decoration, Riau Islands, Indonesia, 19th century |
| Physical description | Box and cover of silver, circular; cover slightly convex on top, with a broad band of scrolling leafy stems bearing four large floral forms and buds, with a low dome-like boss at the centre. The edges of the box and lid are cross-hatched. |
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| Marks and inscriptions | 'Purchased 11th September 1914. from the Sultan of Rhio & Linngi' (Typed label previously stuck on the bottom, which was removed during conservation in February 2013.) |
| Credit line | Given by J.S. Lake, Esq. and Mrs N.C. Mills, from the Estate of the late A. F. Lake, Esq. |
| Object history | Nos. IM.15 to 27-1934, previously on loan since July 23rd, 1920, from A. F. Lake, who died in 1924. The loan was continued by his Trustees. See Nominal File: A.F. Lake and RPs 1934/1096 & 1570. |
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| Accession number | IM.15&A-1934 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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