Description
I have had this for approx. one year and have no been able to figure out what it is or who made it, etc.
Category
Metalware
Medium
looks like brass with silver plating
Distinguishing marks
unknown mark on back next to hinge
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
approx. 6" high & 3" across body
Date Period
unknown
Weight
approx. 16 ounces
History
Recent tag sale find.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$20.00
For Sale?
No
Photos
Re: Old heavy weird looking silverplated owl figure/lidded box
I think it may be a trinket box. It's lovely!
Re: Old heavy weird looking silverplated owl figure/lidded box
hi ..
It is made in india.. The art is Called Dhokra etal wrok ..
Indiginous to parts of Easten India..
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dhokra
link for ur further referance and link at the bottom of pics .
https://www.google.co.in/search?q=dokra+metal+work&espv=2&tbm=isch&tbo=…
Gud luck !!