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Antique Lacquered Paper Mache Sewing or Jewelry Box with Inlaid Carved Shell
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This large antique paper mâché and lacquered box is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in circa 1870 in the period Aesthetic Movement style. The box was made as a sewing chest, but could be adapted for other purposes such as a jewelry box. The box is composed of paper mâché with a glossy black lacquered finish. The stepped top has scalloped edges and a detailed border of inlaid mother of pearl done with a floral motif. The central portion of the box's top is done with large pieces of mother of pearl or abalone shell and accented with flaked gilt details. The front and sides of the box are accented with hand-painted gilt detailing and the inside of the top is hand painted with floral accents. The inner tray of this box is divided into several compartments, some having fabric covered lids with molded handles. The inside of the box is paper lined in the same blue patterned paper as the tray. There is small brass lock on the front of the box, but there is no key. The box is finished with round squat biscuit shaped feet.
Please note that due to the composition of this box, it may only be shipped within Canada.
- Dimensions:Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)
- Style:Aesthetic Movement (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1870
- Condition:Repaired: The front right corner shows a small chip that appears to have been re-painted. There is no key for the lock. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. As stated above, the front right corner shows a small chip which appears to have been re-painted. There is some wear to the underside of the tray and to the bottom of the box as presented in the photos and consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Hamilton, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1355223971822
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