This appears to be a Seljuk-style decorative box with a cylindrical metal body and applied red-orange and blue cabochons. The form is plausible for a Middle Eastern or Turkish revival piece, but the visible finish and construction read more like a later decorative import than a securely period medieval object. From this single image, I would keep the attribution cautious. A conservative auction estimate would be about $50 to $150 if modern, with a higher range only if further photos confirm earlier period manufacture.
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Item Report
Seljuk-Style Silvered Metal and Gem-Set Box
By:Unknown
Style:Seljuk Style / Revival Decorative Arts
Origin:Likely Middle East or Turkey; possibly modern decorative import
Materials:Silvered base metal, glass or resin cabochons, possibly paste stones
Age:20th century, likely mid-to-late 20th century
Condition:Very Good (visible wear and oxidation, not officially graded)
Maker's Marks / Writing:No visible maker's mark or writing.
Date:2026-05-10 18:01:25.752842
Description:
Small cylindrical decorative box or container with a silver-colored metal body set with domed cabochons in red-orange and blue. The form and applied ornament evoke Seljuk or Middle Eastern revival work, but the finish looks comparatively modern and decorative rather than securely medieval.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This appears to be a decorative Seljuk-inspired box rather than a confidently dated medieval object. The overall look, uniformity of the mounts, and relatively fresh surface suggest a later souvenir or revival piece, though the exact material and date cannot be confirmed from one photo alone.
Individual Images:
whole box three-quarter view
Provenance:
No provenance provided; photo includes text label 'Boite Selcuk'.
Condition:
Very Good (visible wear and oxidation, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 72%
The cylindrical form, cabochon setting, and repetitive metalwork strongly support identification as a decorative Seljuk-style box, but the photo does not show construction details needed for a firmer attribution.
Authenticity Score: 35%
The piece shows decorative appeal but limited age indicators; the surfaces look relatively even and modern, and there is no visible maker's mark, interior, or wear pattern to support a true period attribution.
Image Memory Note
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Keywords
Seljuk style, metal box, cabochon, revival, decorative arts, Turkey, Middle East
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