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Tipu Sultan's Magic Box

1780–90
Not on view
Returned to lender
This work of art was on loan to the museum and has since been returned to its lender.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Tipu Sultan's Magic Box
  • Date: 1780–90
  • Geography: (none assigned) South India, Mysore
  • Medium: Gold
  • Dimensions: H. 2 1/4 in. (5.5 cm)
    W. 2 3/8 in. (5.8 cm)
    D. 1 7/8 in. (4.7 cm)
  • Classification: Gold
  • Credit Line: The Al-Thani Collection
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art