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Antique Anglo-Indian Ebony & Porcupine Quill Bowl / Ashtray - Arts & Crafts Era

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An authentic antique Anglo-Indian / Ceylon (Sri Lanka) decorative hand-carved ebony wood and genuine porcupine quill bowl, usable as an ashtray or vide-poche (catchall). Dating back to the late Victorian / Edwardian era (circa 1900), this piece perfectly aligns with the principles of the Arts & Crafts movement, celebrating handmade craftsmanship and natural materials.The body is expertly turned from a single solid block of dense, high-quality black ebony wood, featuring a striking radial design of polished porcupine quills. The upper and outer rims are beautifully embellished with inlaid white bone dots arranged in geometric patterns.A very heavy and substantial piece for its size, confirming the premium quality of the genuine ebony timber used. Specifications & Dimensions: Material: Solid Ebony Wood, Genuine Porcupine Quills, Bone InlaysPeriod: Arts & Crafts / Late Victorian (c. 1900)Origin: Ceylon (modern-day Sri Lanka)Diameter (Length): 15 cmHeight: 3 cmCenter Hole Diameter: 7 cmWeight: 540 grams (heavy, high-density wood) Condition: Excellent antique condition. The piece is beautifully preserved: all bone inlays are present and all porcupine quills are intact, healthy, and firmly in place. The ebony wood retains a gorgeous original glossy patina. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully, as they confirm the excellent state of the object.Worldwide shipping available. The item will be packed with professional care and rigid protective materials to ensure the safe transit of the delicate quills.
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ConditionVery goodColorsWhite, Brown, BlackMaterialOther, WoodNumber of items1Height3 cmWidth15 cmDepth15 cmSigns of usageScratches

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