Late 20th Century Wooden Sliding Lid Box With Mother-of-Pearl Bird and Floral Inlay

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This is a beautifully crafted rectangular wooden box featuring a sliding lid adorned with intricate mother-of-pearl (nacre) inlay. Crafted from … Read more This is a beautifully crafted rectangular wooden box featuring a sliding lid adorned with intricate mother-of-pearl (nacre) inlay. Crafted from a richly grained hardwood with a warm, honey-brown patina, the box is constructed with traditional exposed joinery at the corners, highlighting the quality of the craftsmanship.

The sliding lid is decorated with a detailed nature scene. A flowering branch extends across the center, with two birds perched near the top and another bird in flight near the bottom, surrounded by leaves and small blossoms. The artisan has utilized various tones of iridescent shell—including bright white, pale yellow, and vibrant green—to create a dimensional artwork against the dark wood background. The perimeter of the lid is accented with small, evenly spaced dots of white shell inlay.

The box opens smoothly to reveal a clean, unlined wooden interior, making it an elegant storage solution for small treasures, desk accessories, or tea implements. It serves as a stunning decorative accent on a coffee table, shelf, or desk.

Dimensions:

Length: 50 cm (approx. 19.7 inches)

Width: 14 cm (approx. 5.5 inches)

Thickness/Height: 12 cm (approx. 4.7 inches) See less