




Soapstone Inlay Jewelry Box, "Chess Master"
Gulam Rasool exploits soapstone's vast range of tonalities--dark Palewa and colorful Garora--to create a checkerboard pattern. Crafted by hand, this handsome jewelry box opens on brass hinges.
- 0.88 kgs
- 1.9 lbs
- 6 cm H x 14 cm W x 10 cm D
- 2.4" H x 5.5" W x 3.9" D
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- Premium Gift Wrap? Yes
Reviews by Customers

Verified Reviewer
10/30/2020
"All I can say is WOW!"





The craftsmanship is simply flawless. It is precision incarnate. Plus, the image on the website accurately reflects what I received -- a fact I especially appreciated! This is the third work I have ordered from Gulam Rasool. All are exemplars of exquisite, precise beauty. I have placed them in locations in my home where I will see them several times every day. They delight the eye.
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Chess Master, Soapstone Inlay Jewelry Box
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Verified Reviewer
01/21/2021
"superb carving skill!"





This sculpture was exactly as depicted in your catalog. Flawless craftsmanship!! This item is fragile, but the packaging used for the international shipment was carefully designed and the piece arrived in perfect condition.
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Verified Reviewer
01/16/2021
"Excellent Craftmanship! Unique!"





Beautiful craftsmanship and always gets a ton of complaints! Great purchase!
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Verified Reviewer
01/15/2021
"I will cherish this forever!!"





This is Beautiful..Elephants are among my favorite and they come out so well on this design. The artist should be proud as the work is unbelieveable..and his talent is over the top.
Best Uses
- To hold treasures that are dear to me
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Verified Reviewer
01/10/2021
"delicate tea lights"





They were given as a gift and they are beautiful, very well crafted. I would love to have them for myself.
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Verified Reviewer
01/08/2021
"Love it"





Beautiful item. What a craftmanship.
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Elephant Procession, Artisan Crafted Jali Soapstone Jewelry Box
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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!
Close to his eightieth birthday, Gulam continues the art he learned from his elders. His father was an marble carver and jali artisan honored with the state award for excellence. Gulam has been honored with the same distinction. He still works alongside his son and other artisans to whom he has taught this craft, and treasures the role he plays in continuing this important Indian artistic tradition.
Gulam Rasool has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $1800.
Nearing his eighth decade, master stone sculptor Gulam Rasool continues to provide for his family, especially his grandchildren.
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
Gulam is proud to be able to help provide for his grandchildren's education.
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Gulam Rasool Carved soapstone candleholders and home decor
"After years of hard work, I was honored with a state award for excellence…. Today, I am proud to mention that I have earned a name for myself in the art of jali work."