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Filigree Casket with Barrel Top and Ray Shagreen Box

17th century
Not on view
On loan to The Met
This work of art is currently on loan to the museum.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title:
    Filigree Casket with Barrel Top and Ray Shagreen Box
  • Date:
    17th century
  • Geography:
    (none assigned) India, Goa
  • Medium:
    Casket: Silver Filigree (Casket),
    Box: Wood, Fabric & Gold Fittings, covered with ray shagreen
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm)
    Width: 4 7/8 in. (12.4 cm)
    Length: 2 11/16 in. (6.9 cm)
  • Classification:
    Metal
  • Credit Line:
    On Loan from The Hispanic Society of America, New York, NY
  • Curatorial Department: Islamic Art