Rs.2,800.00
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This lidded wooden keepsake box from Swat Valley, Pakistan, is painted on a pale ivory ground and covered on every face with a four-petal tile lattice. Blossoms in cobalt, turquoise, crimson, and ivory repeat across the lid, the sides, and the ends, separated by fine black linework and marked with saffron dots at each junction. The pattern runs continuously so the box reads as one piece from any angle.
Design Details
- Pale ivory ground with a continuous four-petal tile lattice on every face
- Blossoms in cobalt, turquoise, crimson, and ivory, each set in its own painted tile
- Fine black linework separating the tiles, with saffron dots at every corner junction
- Lift-off fitted lid, painted so the lattice aligns with the body when closed
Specifications
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Dimensions: 8 x 4 x 4 inches (20 x 10 x 10 cm)
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Material: Seasoned solid wood with hand-painted oil finish
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Finish: Glossy, sealed, hand-painted oil-based paint
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Use: Jewelry and keepsake storage, dressing-table organizer, stationery and desk storage, gift box
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Care: Wipe with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not immerse in water or use household cleaners
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the pattern line up when the lid is closed?
The lattice is painted with the lid seated in place, so the tiles run continuously across the seam. Small offsets are normal and confirm the box was decorated as an assembled piece rather than in parts.
How many blossoms are painted on one box?
A full lattice on an 8x4x4 inch box carries roughly four hundred individual tiles across the lid, four sides, and the lid rim, each blossom filled and outlined by hand.
Is the ivory ground more fragile than a dark one?
The paint layer and sealing gloss are identical. A pale ground simply shows fingerprints and dust sooner, so it benefits from an occasional wipe with a dry microfibre cloth.
Will this suit a neutral bedroom or dressing table?
Yes. It is the most neutral box in the collection. The ivory ground keeps it quiet on a dressing table while the cobalt and crimson blossoms give it enough colour to read as a decorative object.
Handcrafted in Swat Valley, Pakistan. Minor variations in color and pattern are natural features of authentic handmade work.