Caption:
Seated Hindu Goddess, Silver, Rectangular, featuring raised decoration of Eastern Indian goddess seated on undecorated shield, surrounded by swirling foliate motifs. Reverse features goddess standing next to palm tree. Female with upraised arms on lid, as well as bottom. Lid hinged on side. Striker on each vertical side., probably India, late 19th century, containers, Decorative Arts, Matchsafe, Matchsafe