Cabinet in marquetry of teak, ebony, exotic woods ivory and "sadeli" micro mosaic, decorated with repeated geometric motifs, rosettes or foliage in circles. Indo-Portuguese work, probably from Thane (now Mumbai). Mumbai). Late 16th century. Dimensions: 43 x 88.35 x 42.6cm (modern base minor restorations). Our cabinet is a perfect example of the perfection of the Indian marquetry technique known as "sadeli". Indian marquetry known as "sadeli", inherited from Shiraz in Persia via Sindh and Bombay. These luxurious cabinets were designed to hold precious personal effects and were personal effects, and were sold via the counters of Goa.