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Large William and Mary 17th Century Inlaid Olive Oyster Lace Box, Circa 1690

$7,660.73
£5,500
€6,503.90
CA$10,428.17
A$11,688.64
CHF 6,085.93
MX$142,723.27
NOK 77,269.21
SEK 73,244.26
DKK 48,526.14
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About the Item

A fine and rare large parquetry inlaid 17th-century William and Mary period olive oyster lace box. 1680-1700, England The cross-grain moulded top is entirely covered in well-placed oyster of olive in geometric patterns, inlaid with a parquetry star of ebony and box to the centre and to each quarter, opening to a framed interior of olive and baized lined. Similarly, the cross-grain moulded frieze is veneered in olive oyster. The box is in superb condition and of very good colour, mellowing over centuries to a lovely patinated finish. Lace boxes work very well placed on a piece of furniture or on top of a coffee table/ottoman.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.11 in (15.5 cm)Width: 23.04 in (58.5 cm)Depth: 19.3 in (49 cm)
  • Style:
    William and Mary (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ebony,Oak,Olive
  • Place of Origin:
    England
  • Period:
    17th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1670-1690
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Oxfordshire, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4936229034262

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