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Antique Anglo-Indian set of Six Staking Wood Trays with Bone Inlays

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Set of six antique Anglo-Indian trays that fit into a stack. The wood is likely rosewood with attractive grains and the trays are inlaid with a star in the center consisting of bone contrasting a lighter wood, bands with bones with various width along the edges, as well as bones handles. Set of 6 trays: Dimensions: 10" x 16" x 0.5" 9" x 15" x 0.5" 8" x 14" x 0.5" 7.25" x 13.25" x 0.5" 6.25" x 12.25" x 0.5" 5.25" x 11.25" x 0.5" Antique condition with stable age cracks on the larger tray. The larger tray is missing one handle.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Anglo-Indian (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MS20181stDibs: LU906812523421
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