SL02071 A Sinhalese Calamander European influenced Book-form Box, intriguing angular book-shaped like box with banded spine, flared ends, scalloped edges, metal studs, metal lock on front, crafted out of a beautiful striated ebony (calamander) wood except for the base of the box crafted from another hardwood, lock inoperative, minor signs of wear, overall fine condition. 9" x 3" x 6-1/2". Late 18th century. For a similar example see: S.M. Voskuil-Groenewegen (et al.) Zilver uit dtijd van de Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie, Zwolle, 1988. p.92. $750.