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Cosmetic box

Title

Cosmetic box

Year/Period

early 20th century

Region

Singapore or Malacca

Material

Teak wood

Dimension

Object size: 11.0 x 27.3 x 20.0 cm

Accession No.

2018-00815

Collection of

Peranakan Museum

This wooden cosmetic box is decorated with floral motifs and has a handle attached to the top of the box. It has a built-in mirror and the inside of the box is separated into three compartments. It also has a lock for additional security. Glass bottles are found inside the box and they are probably used to contain cosmetics or perfumes.