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Period: 18th Century and Earlier
18th Century Rectangular Hand-Painted Wooden Box with a Character with a Hat
Located in Marbella, ES
16th Century Rectangular Hand-Painted Wooden Box with a Character with a Hat
Category

European Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Wood

Late 18th Century Table Top Writing Desk
Located in Dallas, TX
Rare English table top fall front writing desk in burl walnut and blue eglomise painted oval panels. Ten panels inside painted with flowers and...
Category

English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Paint

Box Cannister Caddy Brass Tobacco Tea Dutch
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A charming early tobacco box or tea cannister Unusual, large size Lovely soft contours which enhances the reflection of light in the interior Original condition including hinges length 21cm., 8 1/4" depth 7.5cm., 3" height 11cm., 4 1/2". The Dutch were the main importers of tobacco in the 18th century and manufactured tobacco boxes to sell with...
Category

Dutch Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Brass

Lacquer Potpourri
Located in Stamford, CT
Lacquer Potpourri box and cover with ormolu mountings from 18th century Directoire Japan/ France.
Category

Japanese Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Lacquer

Grand Scale, 18th Century, English Document Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An impressive, solid wood, period, hinge-top document box completely covered in tole and incised brass with delicate foliate designs throughout. The inside lined in a vibrant, scarle...
Category

English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

18th Century Small Black Jewelry Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
This old wooden chest was probably a jewelry box back in the day. It was painted in black then hand painted with decor and organic forms throughout. The two wooden front doors...
Category

Asian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paint

A Walnut Parquetry Sewing Box
Located in Sheffield, MA
The square box with slant top fitted with pin cushion surrounded in parquetry of stained walnut, on toupie feet
Category

German Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

French Lacquer Box, circa 1780
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
French lacquer box with original paint in bottom, top and sides, attributed to Niklas Lafrensen the younger. Inside painted in guilt, circa 1780.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Wood

Bugbear Coconut Tea Caddy on Silver Dolphin Base
Located in Dallas, TX
A Bugbear coconut tea caddy mounted on a silver dolphin base. Bugbear coconuts were carved by sailors on long voyages in the 18th and early 19th centur...
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Silver

17th Century, Alabaster and Ebonised Wood Casket Malines Coffer
Located in Dallas, TX
A 17th century Malines alabaster and ebonised wood coffer or casket with engraved inset panels, arches and columns. The interior has a marbled paper lini...
Category

Belgian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Alabaster

Exquisite Musical Themed Carved Panettiere Bread Box
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Exquisite musical themed carved panettiere "bread box". Circa 1775.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Wood

Domed Chagrin Casket
Located in West Chester, PA
Very rare wood, iron and sharkskin domed casket on ball feet. Ornamented with iron strap work and double hasp lock. Silk damask interior. Ex collection of...
Category

French Renaissance Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Rare, Antique, French, Chocolate Marble Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant, bow front, lift top, hand carved marble box with two, round compartments. The sinuous base is mirrored in the stepped, overhanging top which is surmounted by a relief carved...
Category

French Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Marble

Antique English 18th Century Wool Holder and Thread Sewing Box
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English 18th century wool holder and thread sewing box. Just a little treasure that anyone interested in sewing, knitting or weaving would enj...
Category

English Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Wood, Oak

French Chinoiserie Wig Box
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-carved and painted, arched-top, Chinoiserie decorated hinged wig box with original bronze hardware. The top featuring a trio of figures in a lush landscap...
Category

Baroque Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Wood, Paint

antica scatola intarsiata luigi XVI - scatola neoclassica - box - antiques
Located in Milano, MI
antica scatola intarsiata luigi XVI - scatola neoclassica - box - antiques bellissima scatola in legno intarsiato interni perfettamente ricoperti da tessu...
Category

Italian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Wood

An Imperial Mughal Gold Jade Box Set With Diamonds and Semi Precious Stones
Located in Queens, NY
An Exquisite Masterpiece of Mughal Splendor: A Rare Gold-Mounted Jade Box with Diamonds and Semi-Precious Stones Introduction to a Regal Artifact: This exceptional jade box, hailing from the storied Mughal Dynasty, is an unparalleled exemplar of imperial artistry and luxury. Acquired from the prestigious Spink & Son of London, this artifact transcends its material beauty to stand as a significant piece of historical and cultural importance. With its rich provenance and intricate craftsmanship, this jade box embodies the opulence and refined tastes of one of history’s most powerful and influential empires. Craftsmanship: The Art of Mughal Luxury: At the heart of this piece lies a finely carved jade...
Category

Indian Antique 18th Century and Earlier Boxes

Materials

Jade, Gold

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