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Antique Ladies Utility Box, English, Burr Walnut, Writing Slope, Sewing, Regency

$2,587.52
£1,891
€2,222.03
CA$3,606.65
A$3,919.80
CHF 2,071.46
MX$47,421.15
NOK 25,798.59
SEK 24,368.37
DKK 16,589.95

About the Item

This is an antique lady of the house utility box. An English, burr walnut and mother of pearl inlaid writing slope and sewing box, dating to the late Regency period, circa 1830. Exceptional display quality, with a useful suite of compartments Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good original order Select burr walnut presents exquisite grain interest and deep caramel hues Strikingly inlaid with Mother of Pearl star forms and diamond borders Double action form, with a removable tray set upon the lower section of the work surface Inlaid lock escutcheon to fascia with inset working lock — key present The interior bedazzles in cobalt blue velvet, with a ruched finish to the inside of the lid Behind the champagne coloured silk cotton, a pair of concertina document slides The lift-out tray features three compartments, two pin cushions and a pair of needle sleeves Accentuated with golden embroidery, the two section writing surface in good order Upper half of the slope opens to gain access to the recessed storage compartment Further decorative flourishes to the case with ebony and boxwood stringing This is a superb antique lady of the house utility box, presenting exquisite burr walnut stocks and a delightfully presented interior. Solid joints and construction, delivered ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Box Width: 30cm (11.75'') Box Depth: 22cm (8.75'') Box Height: 15cm (6'') Extended Width: 30cm (11.75'') Extended Depth: 44cm (17.25'') Extended Height: 33cm (13'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.91 in (15 cm)Width: 11.82 in (30 cm)Depth: 8.67 in (22 cm)
  • Style:
    Regency (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.98611stDibs: LU2645338175062

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