Antique 1920s Indian Copper Dabba Canteen Hand Engraved Four Compartments Tiffin Box For Sale

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Antique 1920s Indian Copper Dabba Canteen Hand Engraved Four Compartments Tiffin Box

Name: Antique 1920s Indian Copper Dabba Canteen Hand Engraved Four Compartments Tiffin Box
Price: 788 USD
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B4Masterpieces

Layton, UT

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In Indian context, the idea of transporting/storing food dates back to the mythology of Mahabharat. Antique tiffin carriers made out … more In Indian context, the idea of transporting/storing food dates back to the mythology of Mahabharat. Antique tiffin carriers made out of precious material such as Gold, Silver, Copper or Brass, and decorated with fine intricacy and richness, and portraying the influence of Asian Art is no more a part of daily usage or manufacture.

These rare artifacts are either showcased or treasured in museums/libraries. From at least 1890, specialist couriers or ‘wallahs’ transported pre-packed tiffin-cans, filled with home-cooked lunches, to office-workers all around Bombay in India.

A very rare hand engraved copper lunch box or tiffin box has lovely floral designs and border engraved from top to the bottom. Made by expert artisans of India it contains four containers stacked one above the other. It also has a beautiful wooden handle that secures all the containers and makes it convenient to carry.

Condition: Very good for age. Signs of traditional usage and age. Shows normal soot mostly at the bottom (amorphous carbon, produced by the incomplete burning of organic matter). Dabba displays some minor dents from obvious use, as shown in the photos. But, it is still very solid, and a real conversation piece. Item has not been used in decades and we could not open it. Item has not been cleaned or repaired. Item is sold in the same Condition as inherited.

Measurements: 16 inches H (11 + 5); 6.25 inches W.

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Dimensions: 6.25ʺW × 6.25ʺD × 16ʺH

Styles: Arts & Crafts; Indian; Neoclassical

Period: 1920s

Country of Origin: India

Item Type: Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned

Materials: Copper; Engraving

Condition: Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections

Color: Copper

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Condition Notes: Very good for age. Signs of traditional usage and age. Shows normal soot mostly at the bottom (amorphous carbon, produced … moreVery good for age. Signs of traditional usage and age. Shows normal soot mostly at the bottom (amorphous carbon, produced by the incomplete burning of organic matter). Dabba displays some minor dents from obvious use, as shown in the photos. But, it is still very solid, and a real conversation piece. Item has not been used in decades and we could not open it. Item has not been cleaned or repaired. Item is sold in the same Condition as inherited. less

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