Antique Anglo-Indian Silver-Plated Figural Stag Covered Box, British Raj Period

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Antique Anglo-Indian Silver-Plated Figural Stag Covered Box, British Raj Period

This elegant Anglo-Indian silver-plated covered box is modeled as a … Read more Antique Anglo-Indian Silver-Plated Figural Stag Covered Box, British Raj Period

This elegant Anglo-Indian silver-plated covered box is modeled as a reclining stag and crafted in two parts, with the head and upper body forming the lid and the lower body serving as the base. The animal is shown at rest with legs folded beneath, its head gently turned and antlers swept back, creating a refined and sculptural silhouette.

The surface is richly decorated with hand-chased, engraved, and punch-worked detailing, carefully executed to suggest fur, musculature, and natural movement. The silver-plated finish has developed an attractive, even patina, with darker toning in recessed areas that enhances the depth and character of the modeling.

The box opens discreetly along an integrated seam, revealing a hollow interior compartment. When closed, the object reads as a complete sculptural form, with the functional element cleverly concealed. The underside is unmarked, consistent with late 19th-century Anglo-Indian workshop practices, and displays hand-worked punch decoration rather than struck hallmarks.

Animal-form boxes of this type were produced during the British Raj period for decorative and personal use, often reflecting British sporting imagery interpreted through traditional Indian metalworking techniques.

An engaging cabinet object or desk box with strong decorative presence and historical character.

Dimensions: 7” H × 7.5” W × 4” D
Origin: India
Period: Late 19th century, British Raj See less