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Gondolier's Money Box

About the Item

A Venetian gondolier's coin-encrusted money box consisting of a leather clad wooden case profusely decorated with brass studding, applique period coins, busts and masks, carved wooden corbels and two fabulous goose-head ring mounts to top surface. Drawer to center front. Rare and wonderful. Circa 1800.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800
  • Condition:
    Minor losses. Good antique condition. Lock clasps cut long ago.
  • Seller Location:
    Greenwich, CT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YEWTR000014471stDibs: LU798336660332
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