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Leather and Incised Brass Document Box

About the Item

Leather and incised brass trimmed document box lined in paisley paper. Brass handles.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Depth: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Some missing pieces of brass on back side. Missing original key but has a key that opens box.
  • Seller Location:
    Newport Beach, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU853937038882
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