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Century-old authentic hand-engraved brass bridal vermilion box (Sindoor Kauta), presented as a sacred trousseau heirloom to a daughter upon her marriage in Odisha. Features fluted melon gadrooning, delicate cross-hatched friezes, a tiered pedestal foot, and a pierced crown finial. Height: 5 inches (12.5 cm); diameter: 3.5 inches (9 cm). An exceptionally sacred, rare, and extinct bridal antiquity. Opening reserve ₹4,000.

Museum Reference GNMC-ART-031
Metal Alloy Brass
Period / Era Early 20th Century (~100 years)
Origin Region Odisha
Dimensions Dia: 8.5 cm × H: 12 cm
Condition Grade Excellent
Provenance Record Odisha traditional bridal trousseau & ritual metalcraft
Curator's Condition Assessment

Exceptional century-old authentic patina with aged verdigris in the recessed engravings. Hinge loops, crown finial, and pedestal base structurally sound and complete. Rare and extinct.

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