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Jewelry & Watches

Handmade Antique Turkish Bone Jewelry Box

$236.00

Description

Step back in time with this extraordinary antique Turkish jewelry box, a masterpiece of Ottoman-era craftsmanship that commands attention in any space. The octagonal form is adorned with an intricate geometric framework of dark wood or bone inlay, creating a lattice of triangular and diamond-shaped panels, each hand-painted with delicate arabesque scrollwork in rich jewel tones of cobalt blue, crimson red, sage green, and warm cream. The domed lid mirrors the faceted geometry of the body, giving the piece an almost architectural quality reminiscent of classical Islamic design traditions. Every surface of this remarkable box tells a story of meticulous handwork, with no two panels appearing identical in their flowing floral and vine motifs. The piece rests on four decorative corner feet, adding elegance and lift, while a central iron hasp clasp on the front face secures the lid with period-appropriate hardware. This style of decorative box is deeply rooted in the Ottoman and Anatolian artistic tradition, where artisans elevated functional objects into heirloom-quality works of art. This piece is an absolute treasure for collectors of Islamic art, Ottoman antiques, or world decorative arts, and would serve equally well as a functional jewelry keepsake box or as a striking standalone display object. Its rich color palette and bold geometric patterning make it a natural conversation piece, perfectly at home in a bohemian, maximalist, or globally inspired interior. Rare finds of this caliber and authenticity are increasingly difficult to source.

Condition

Good

The box shows honest age-related wear consistent with an antique piece, including darkening and minor chipping along the wooden or bone dividing framework, particularly at edges and corners. Some paint loss and fading is visible across several of the hand-painted panels, with the most notable wear concentrated around the hasp hardware and lower body panels. The overall structure appears sound and intact, with the feet, lid, and clasp all present and functional.

Pickup: Chicago (ProFound Finds)

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