Persian Traditional Trinket Box

An ornate Persian-style lidded trinket box, hand decorated throughout with engraved foliate scrollwork and animal motifs including a deer and birds. The domed, faceted lid rises to a pointed finial and the body rests on small feet.

It is set with rows of turquoise beads and teardrop carnelian and coloured cabochon stones. Silver-toned metal, approximately 8 x 14 cm. A vintage piece in vintage condition consistent with age, suited as a decorative keepsake or spice box.