Origin of word "sehara" is from arabic lenguage, and it was translated as a box for keeping valuable things The box was used for their keeping and transporting This box is a rare object from Ottoman period, specificly 19. century with motifs of Ottoman empire, and with recognizable look of military box It belonged to Šemsudin bey Gradaščević The box was generously and kindly gifted to Bosniak Institute by Mrs. Munira Miletić Initially the boxes were made of rough boards stapled by ax, and they represented useful gadget for keeping small and sensible things. They were suitable for transport Innitialy, there was no decorations on such primitive boxes. Meamwhile, as they became integral part of furniture at homes, there is a desire for their decoration. They were decorated on many ways: carving, nacring, with precious metals, and sometimes even with gemstones."