Kashmiri Papier-Mache Qalamdan (Pen Box) Beautiful Papier-Mache qalamdan (pen box) made in the Northern Kashmir region of India, typical of those made for the European market. It is constructed of papier mache, ground and finely painted in polychrome and finished in numerous layers of varnish. When closed, the qalamdan measures approximately 8 inches in length and approximately 2,75 inches in width and 1,5 inches height. The condition is very good.Papier-mache has become a sophisticated art by using real gold and silver paint and intricate decoration.
Manufacturer: Kashmir India  

Incense Sticks Holder Footed,urnlike incense sticks holder with sharply flaring rim. Below waist,elegant short stem mounted on shaped foot.Decorated with arabesque and floral motifs in green, red, pink,white and blue with gilt accents against a black background.There are 5 holes for incense sticks on the domed top. Measures 3 inches height and about 2 inches diameter.In very good condition.
Manufacturer: Kashmir India  

VINTAGE ORIENTAL WOODEN HAND PAINTED TIP TRAY Hand done oil painting of Oriental landscape with a willow on the foreground a decorative wooden tip tray measuring 14,5 inches long Х 10,5 inches wide. Very detailed and beautifully finished. It has a truly lovely look in good condition.


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Black Papier- Mache Heart Box This exquisite heart shaped papier mache jewelry box with floral motif hand painted on it, is a perfect way to store your special jewelry.It is 3 inches diameter, 1 3/8 inches tall and in excellent condition.

Manufacturer: Kashmir India  

Gold Papier Mache Box with Birds & Flowers This octagonal box with domed lid,made of papier-mache.On the exterior of the box is handpainted decoration.It is highly decorated with floral and bird motif in turquoise,red,blue,white,green and pink against a gilt background. Fine brush strokes and a superb choice of colors makes this jewelry box a collector's piece. It is 4 6/8 inches length, 3,5 inches width, 1 1/8 inches heigth. You can see the traces of wear inside and outside, but nothing detracting. A lovely piece to use and display.
Manufacturer: Kashmir India  

Antique Mother of Pearl Inlay Oriental Fisherman Tray An exquisite piece of antique home decor. This fabulous genuine Mother of Pearl fisherman tray is amazing in detail. Gorgeous design on the front with the fisherman, boat and crane, and sea pattern. Very ornate design that measures: 10,25 inches tall and 6,75 inches across. Good condition with some lost of lacquer.
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Papier-Mache Flower Vase Papier mache craft is a very old tradition of Kashmir. It is believed to have been introduced in Kashmir in the 15th century by a Kashmiri Prince who spent years in prison at Samarkand in Central Asia or Persia.The art born in the land of Persia, traveled to India and was highly favored by Mughal Emperors of 15th and 16th century.This exquisite urn-shaped papier-mache vase measures 12 inches height and 4,75 inches diameter.This vase shows the mastery of the artist-how well he has shaped the urn as well as the fine painting and the elegant choice of colors.I hope,you will be the great admirer of this craft.
Manufacturer: Kashmir India  

Black Lacquer Box Abalone Inlay Very pretty vintage black lacquer box with abalone inlaid pattern on top. The Dragon is one of the most ancient of Chinese symbols, a creature which appears in every branch of Chinese art. Eventually, the Dragon became the emblem of the Emperor himself. Together with the Phoenix they are Yang creatures and are used in decorative work much more than the two Yin animals, the Tiger and the Tortoise. The Phoenix was the symbol for Beauty, Goodness, Prosperity, Peace, and eventually the personal emblem of the Empress of China. The inside of the box has a mirror on the top and small part with cover ornate by garland of golden flowers. It is in excellent condition. The box measures 8 inches long, 4,5 inches wide and 2 inches tall.
Manufacturer: China  

Dark Red Wooden Box Abalone Inlay Very pretty vintage dark reddish brown wooden box with abalone inlaid pattern on top, depicting oriental noble man ‘s (the Emperor) parade with his retinue. It is in excellent condition. The box measures 11 1/4 inches long, 2 5/8 inches wide and 1 1/2 inches tall.
Manufacturer: China