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19th Century Tole Box

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£8,176.70
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CA$15,121.75
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About the Item

A fabulous, undulating, c. 1820, English, hinge-top, tole letter box hand painted in faux tortoise. The interior with a mirror which hides a secret compartment. The top featuring a cameo with a painted, recumbent hound bordered by a faux rope frame. Rings on side.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)Width: 15.5 in (39.37 cm)Depth: 11 in (27.94 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Hand-Painted
  • Place of Origin:
    England
  • Period:
    1820-1829
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some wear on paint.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU853927428872

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