{"product_id":"early-18th-century-dutch-colonial-solid-amboyna-wood-casket-batavia","title":"Early 18th Century Dutch Colonial Solid Amboyna Wood Casket, Batavia","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare and highly collectible \u003cstrong\u003eDutch Colonial casket\u003c\/strong\u003e, crafted in \u003cstrong\u003eBatavia (present-day Jakarta, Indonesia)\u003c\/strong\u003e during the \u003cstrong\u003eearly 18th century\u003c\/strong\u003e. Expertly made from \u003cstrong\u003esolid Amboyna wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most prized exotic hardwoods of the Dutch East Indies, the casket displays magnificent natural figuring and a rich, warm patina developed over more than three centuries.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe casket is fitted with its original \u003cstrong\u003ewhite metal mounts\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the corner mounts, carrying handles and escutcheon, all displaying an attractive aged patina. The interior retains its original \u003cstrong\u003ered lacquer finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a striking contrast with the richly figured Amboyna wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003elock and key are later replacements\u003c\/strong\u003e, fitted during the casket's long history. Such historic replacements are commonly encountered on antique caskets that remained in regular use and do not detract from the decorative or historical appeal of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresented in good antique condition with age-related wear, marks and patina consistent with over 300 years of age. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional collector's piece representing the craftsmanship of the Dutch Colonial period in Batavia and the remarkable beauty of solid Amboyna wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 cm (8.27 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 cm (5.51 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 cm (3.15 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood antique condition with age-related wear consistent with over 300 years of age. Original red lacquer interior. \u003cstrong\u003eLater replacement lock and key.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bridgeman Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58276313235788,"sku":null,"price":3500.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/5368\/1351\/files\/IMG20260731134936.jpg?v=1785666247","url":"https:\/\/bridgeman-antiques.com\/products\/early-18th-century-dutch-colonial-solid-amboyna-wood-casket-batavia","provider":"Bridgeman Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}