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18th Century Georgian Knife Boxes with Intricate Inlay

$4,500per set
£3,341.48per set
€3,924.41per set
CA$6,260.76per set
A$7,009.55per set
CHF 3,675.34per set
MX$86,607.33per set
NOK 46,311.53per set
SEK 43,716.23per set
DKK 29,280.90per set
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About the Item

18th century Georgian knife box made from mahogany, flame mahogany and satinwood. Satinwood cross-grain inlay borders the top, ornate and intricately done satinwood marquetry inlay of lidded urn contained in an oval on outer slanted lid, inner lid has a 6-pointed star inlay inside of an intricate oval boarder, a scalloped column front with cross-grain inlay on vertical high points comprises the front structure of these stunning boxes. Each box sits on ornate feet. The sides and back are beautifully figured mahogany. The top opens to reveal the original interior. All hardware is intact and original. For those with discriminating taste in early English antiques, these boxes would be stunning sitting atop a beautiful sideboard, or even flanking a majestic fireplace mantle.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Width: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Depth: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Mahogany,Rosewood,Satinwood,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted
  • Place of Origin:
    England
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1770-1790
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. These two pieces show light wear for their age and nature. There are a few minor areas of wood shrinkage and separation, however neither effect the structural integrity of the boxes.
  • Seller Location:
    Louisville, KY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DIBS-01151stDibs: LU9258240862942

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