Bidspirit auction | EGYPTIAN BRIDAL SILVER BOX

EGYPTIAN BRIDAL SILVER BOX - Alexandria, 1946–1966. Impressive bridal box made of silver, richly decorated with hand-chased, repousse, and fretwork techniques. Features calligraphic inscriptions in Thuluth script, intricate arabesques and medallions over lace-like chased backgrounds and vegetal motifs. Set on four feet in Neo-Rococo style. Hallmarked. Weight approx. 2,537.8 g. Length: 42 cm. Traditionally, following the engagement, the groom fills the box with sweets and gifts to present to his bride-to-be.