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Antique Ladies Vanity Box, Italian, Olive Wood, Keepsake, Jewellery, Sorrento

$1,343.38
£976
€1,144.03
CA$1,833.97
A$2,040.22
CHF 1,069.51
MX$24,930.97
NOK 13,618.85
SEK 12,820.26
DKK 8,539.75
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About the Item

This is an antique ladies vanity box. An Italian, olive wood keepsake or jewellery box, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920. Unusual form with a fascinating hidden lock mechanism Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order Select olive wood stocks present fine grain interest Mellow caramel hues add to the appeal Presents as an appealing example of Sorrento ware Trio of small, hand-painted birds adorn the lid Distinctive book motif with numbered spines to the fascia Sliding forward upon its base, the lock revealed by a drop-down panel Once revealed, the inset lock in working order — key present Replete with a lightly aged and desirably foxed mirror to the lid interior Light blue silk cotton cushioned lining ideal for cosseting jewellery This is a distinctive antique ladies vanity box, with a fascinating sliding mechanism to the base and useful mirror to the interior. Delivered ready to use. Dimensions: Max Width: 24.5cm (9.75'') Max Depth: 13cm (5'') Max Height: 11cm (4.25'') Interior Width: 21.5cm (8.5'') Interior Depth: 9.5cm (3.75'') Interior Height: 5.5cm (2.25'') Mirror Plate Width: 20.5cm (8'') Mirror Plate Height: 8.5cm (3.25'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.34 in (11 cm)Width: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)
  • Style:
    Edwardian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.96391stDibs: LU2645337210022

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