Description
CABINET on a CONTADOR base with rich inlaid decoration of scrolls and masks decorated with ivory beads. The upper part of the front opens to a large drawer, two double in width, two double in height, eight small. The uprights of the lower part are formed of Hindu female deities "Naga". Teak, ebony and rosewood inlay. The handles, angles and lock entries are in cut brass. Indo-Portuguese work, 18th century H. 129.5 cm. L. 81.5 cm. D. 45 cm One drawer restored, some keys missing
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CABINET on a CONTADOR base with rich inlaid decoration of scrolls and masks decorated with ivory beads. The upper part of the front opens to a large drawer, two double in width, two double in height, eight small. The uprights of the lower part are formed of Hindu female deities "Naga". Teak, ebony and rosewood inlay. The handles, angles and lock entries are in cut brass. Indo-Portuguese work, 18th century H. 129.5 cm. L. 81.5 cm. D. 45 cm One drawer restored, some keys missing