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Antique Georgian Rosewood Sarcophagus Sewing Box
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Antique Georgian Rosewood Sarcophagus Sewing Box

18th century
Sold 22 April 2025 · Past to Present
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Description

A fine quality rosewood sewing box that dates to around 1815

In excellent original condition with a deep rich waxed finish which highlights the striking rosewood grain and lined with red silk with a nice splayed pattern in the lid.. in fabulous condition, I think it is the original lining

With a polished brass cartouche and escutcheon, brass bun feet and comes with a working lock and key

Measures 12 inches wide, 9 inches deep and 7 inches high

a very nice box that would make an elegant present for a loved one

Delivery to the UK is free, if you require a price to ship overseas…..please contact me for a quote

Date of Manufacture

Past to Present has dated this Georgian Rosewood Sewing Box to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1000348
Dealers Internal Reference
AB/2023/07/145
Dealers Notes

All my items are sold with a full refund policy if you are not completely satisfied with your purchase

Alternatively you are welcome to view any item prior to purchase……we are based in Wrexham North Wales

Description
A fine quality rosewood sewing box that dates to around 1815
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In excellent original condition with a deep rich waxed finish which highlights the striking rosewood grain and lined with red silk with a nice splayed pattern in the lid.
Past to Present

. in fabulous condition, I think it is the original lining

fig 1. A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Rosewood Sarcophagus Sewing Box

With a polished brass cartouche and escutcheon, brass bun feet and comes with a working lock and key

Measures 12 inches wide, 9 inches deep and 7 inches high

a very nice box that would make an elegant present for a loved one

Delivery to the UK is free, if you require a price to ship overseas…..please contact me for a quote

Date of Manufacture

Past to Present has dated this Georgian Rosewood Sewing Box to the Georgian era.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1000348
Dealers Internal Ref
AB/2023/07/145
Past to Present
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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Archive I A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Georgian Rosewood Sarcophagus Sewing Box

Archive II A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below. View II
Archive III A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below. View III
Archive IV A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below. View IV
Archive V A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below. View V
Archive VI A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below. View VIII
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A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below.
Antique Georgian rosewood Sarcophagus sewing box
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A rectangular antique rosewood sarcophagus sewing box rests on brass bun feet with a key inserted in the central escutcheon and a pink tassel hanging below.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectBoxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialRosewood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSarcophagus shape, Brass bun feet, Escutcheon plate, Book-matched veneer
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

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Sarcophagus-style boxes feature a distinctive inverted trapezoid profile resembling a classical stone coffin, a popular architectural motif adopted by furniture makers during the late Georgian and Regency periods.

These boxes were typically constructed from a secondary softwood carcass veneered in exotic imported hardwoods such as rosewood or mahogany, often featuring brass escutcheons, ring handles, and velvet or silk lined interiors.

Authentic pieces exhibit period construction techniques such as hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional hand-rubbed French polish finishes, and original brass locks with working steel keys rather than modern machine-made fasteners.

An antique box can be placed on a console table, mantelpiece, or bookshelf as a functional accent piece that adds warmth, texture, and historical contrast to contemporary minimalist spaces.

Preserve the finish by keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry microfibre cloth, and occasionally applying pure beeswax to nourish the antique grain.
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