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A Very fine 19th Century Brass Bound Ladies Travelling Vanity Case

$3,121.44
£2,285.51
€2,600
CA$4,238.45
A$4,751.26
CHF 2,477.68
MX$58,238.91
NOK 31,396.33
SEK 29,849.48
DKK 19,787.35
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About the Item

A very fine 19th Century walnut ladies travelling case. This fabulous item is superbly hand carved with beautifully rich patination, grain and of exceptional quality with finely cast brass mounts throughout. The well figured moulded, brass bound and hinged top of rectangular form with decorative escutcheon and key opens upwards to reveal a double tier fitted storage section and features a striking royal blue velvet lined interior. The removable top tier houses a stunning assortment of hand finished glass bottles with cut glass bottoms and solid silver lids, silver topped brushes and an assortment of silver boxes of varying sizes, the lower fitted section houses an elegant assortment of vanity tools, dated 1885, George Bottemon and Sons.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Depth: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A22161stDibs: LU5836243698862

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