Carved stone 8Decorative Trinket Box with Bamboo Design

This is a hand-carved soapstone trinket box with a bamboo relief design. It is likely from Vietnam or India, regions known for soapstone carving. The intricate carving features bamboo stalks and leaves against a red background, with gold detailing on the raised areas. These boxes were often used to store small valuables, jewelry, or keepsakes. Soapstone is a soft rock that can be carved in great detail without fracturing. 3 x 3 x 1.6 "