Silver Niello Ware Cigar Box
Date1920's
Place of ManufactureAsia
MediumMaterial: silver;bronze;gilt;wood
DimensionsOverall: 8.9 x 16.2 x 28.5 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineGIFT of ARTHUR R. MENZIES
Object number2004.009.005
DescriptionRectangular box with a hinged lid and a gilt winged mythical creature (garuda) in high relief on the lid, within scrolling clouds and a barbed medallion, lid also with four apsaras amid clouds and narrow scroll band at edges, sides with apsaras bracketing a central monster mask, all within narrow scroll bands. Box is lined with wood.Status
Not on view
1903
