{"product_id":"hand-carved-soapstone-hexagonal-box-with-elephant-relief-6d22ae84","title":"Hand-Carved Soapstone Hexagonal Box with Elephant Relief","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis piece features intricate, hand-carved relief work on a natural soapstone medium, characterized by its varied cream and burgundy \"plum\" marbling. The design displays a traditional Indian aesthetic, featuring a series of elephants amongst foliage on the lid and all six side panels. The box is constructed in a hexagonal form with a hinged lid, likely originating from the Agra region of India, a world-renowned center for soapstone and marble craftsmanship. The carving style uses a mixture of deep relief and surface etching, making it a functional piece of folk art suitable for jewelry or as a decorative desk accessory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecifications\u003cbr\u003e• Year Made: Late 20th Century\u003cbr\u003e• Materials: Natural Soapstone (Steatite), Metal Hinges, Felt Padding\u003cbr\u003e• Dimensions: 4\" H x 5.5\" W x 5\" D\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCondition\u003cbr\u003eThe box is in very good vintage condition with no major chips or cracks to the stone. The metal hinges are secure, and the lid aligns properly when closed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Gilded Fossicker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53214821482677,"sku":"M1","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1029\/1327\/8133\/files\/p1_70c5236f-d83e-4b10-b212-43e6eacece78.jpg?v=1788581204","url":"https:\/\/thegildedfossicker.com\/products\/hand-carved-soapstone-hexagonal-box-with-elephant-relief-6d22ae84","provider":"The Gilded Fossicker","version":"1.0","type":"link"}