Horn Box - Magic And Astrology, Burma - China

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Object description :

"Horn Box - Magic And Astrology, Burma - China"

Our cylindrical box is made from clear, boiled horn, carved and engraved with geometric motifs all around.
A magical Taoist charm in the shape of a sapèque is affixed to the lid.
Chiselled Pali script appears on the reverse, surrounding a magic square typical of Shan astrology and tattooing.
Burma - China, 19th century.
Good condition.

Price: 250 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Condition of use

Material: Horn
Diameter: 7 cm
Height: 4 cm

Reference: 1191906