| ANTIQUE VICTORIAN COLONIAL MILITARY CAMPAIGN TEAK DEED / WRITING / VANITY BOX (CIRCA 1880) |
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* ITEM HAS BEEN SOLD
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| Status: Sold |
| Declaration: Yolanda Gray Antiques has declared this item as a GENUINE ANTIQUE by declaring the date of manufacture of this item as 1880.
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| Seller: Yolanda Gray Antiques |
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Description:
This is a medium sized mid to dark brown rustic Colonial Military Teak Writing Box, circa 1880.
Summary:
Item: Deed / Writing Box
Circa: 1880
Provenance: Colonial India
Wood: Teak
Profuse brass inlay and strapping
Kite shaped brass lock plaque
Hinges in perfect working order
Military brass bindings to lid and sides
Central brass plain plaque on the lid
Original working key
Lovely colour patination
No missing parts
Excellent condition
A medium sized mid to dark brown rustic Colonial Military Teak Writing Box, circa 1880. The outer box lid is decorated with a central brass plain plaque on the top and front of the box. The brass work is connected by double lines of brass stringing on the lid. The box also boasts several brass bindings on the lid and sides. The box has a working key insert into a brass surround. The interesting interior boasts many compartments (both visible and hidden secret compartments). The central removable tray has one lid above further compartments along with central pen compartments. There are further lids surrounding the removable compartment. Much of the interior is constructed for easy removal. The box contains the original letter rack. The box also has an original working lock and key.
Dimensions:
Height = 20.5cm or 8
Width = 45.5cm or 1 6
Depth = 29.5cm or 1
Condition Report:
The box is in excellent condition commensurate with their age. Some nominal old use marks to the leading edges but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Excellent colour patination to the timber. No missing parts to the box. The hinges are in good working order and the lock and key works. Free of wood worm, solid in joint and ready to use.
Further Information:
If you require any further information or additional photos, please email info@yolagray.com or phone Julian on 00 44 7960 738 212.
UK Delivery:
Delivery to any address in mainland England & Wales is £35. For delivery to Scotland & Ireland, please email for a quote. If you wish to avoid the delivery cost, you can collect the item in person.
UK Returns & Refunds:
A 7 day no quibble return policy (from the date you receive the item) is available if you are not happy with this item. The buyer is required to cover the cost of return transit the collection cost is the same as the delivery cost. You will be given a refund (excluding the delivery and collection cost) as long as the item is returned in the same condition.
UK Buyer Payment:
For UK buyers, we will accept cash on collection or delivery; cheque, credit card, BACS (free bank to bank transfer). Payment is requested within 5 days of the sale.
International Buyers:
If you live outside of the UK and you would like to purchase this item; please contact us before purchasing the item to obtain a shipping quote and delivery lead time. A returns policy is not available for international buyers. We will accept payment by bank transfer. Payment is requested within 10 days of the purchase.
About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yolanda Gray Antiques who is a member of LAPADA (the UKs largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers). All LAPADA members abide by their strict Code of Practice.
Yolanda Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 30 years. Yola Gray has a special interest in Colonial furniture, specifically Colonial Four Poster Beds. Yola Gray also provides a variety of fine English Antique Furniture, Art and Fabrics to clients in the UK, Europe and further afield.
Please visit the Yola Gray website at www.yolagray.com for further products and information.
Ref. No. Box No. 04 |
| Date: 1880 |
| Please contact us to arrange a viewing. |
| Our Ref: Sellingantiques Box No. 04 |
| Status: Sold |
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More details about Yolanda Gray Antiques |
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Yolanda Gray Antiques
Unit 4
Organsdale Farm
Kelsall
Tarporley
Cheshire
CW6 0SR
United Kingdom |
Tel: 01630 685 273 or 07971 882 567 or 07960 738 212
Outside UK: 00441630 685 273 or 0044 7971 882 567 or 0044 7960 738 212
Remember to quote "The Sellingantiques Website" when calling
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Website:
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Inventory:
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