Add a touch of artistry to your collection with this vintage hand-painted octagonal lacquer box, decorated with a vibrant equestrian polo/hunting scene. Likely of Persian or Northern Indian origin, this piece features detailed traditional figures on horseback, set against a naturalistic backdrop, all painted in miniature style on a yellow-toned background.
The box is lightweight with a lacquered interior and finely decorated floral border patterns, a hallmark of Middle Eastern and Indian decorative arts.
✨ Features:
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Type: Hand-painted lacquer trinket box
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Shape: Octagonal
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Design: Polo/hunting scene with multiple riders on horseback
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Decoration: Detailed miniature-style painting; floral border around sides
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Interior: Dark brown lacquer finish with natural cracking (consistent with age)
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Size: Approx. 3.5–4" across (estimate)
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Origin: Likely Persian (Iranian) or Indian, mid-20th century
🧾 Condition:
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Condition Grade: Fair
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Wear to painted surface with small chips along edges
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Minor loss of lacquer on sides (visible in close-up)
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Interior shows natural age-related crackling
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Still structurally sound and retains charm for display or light storage use
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🌍 Collector Appeal:
Perfect for lovers of Middle Eastern art, Indian handicrafts, and vintage lacquerware, this box works as a decorative display, jewelry/trinket holder, or collectible cultural artifact.
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