Jade box, India 19th century

INDE Moghole,

Box made of light green jade plates, silver mounts, grip and lock.
19th century
Height 12 cm Length 19 cm Depth 13 cm

This jade plate box illustrates the importance of jade in Asia, a symbol of purity and protection. The delicate workmanship of this precious material testifies to the craftsmanship and refined aesthetics of the period, as well as to the abundance of precious materials in these territories.