Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Inside the box is clean and has inlaid boarder in the lid with the name M. E. McSwiney carved into the centre. Its stunning sarcophagus shaped sides are inlaid with ferns and trailing shamrocks and a thumb moulded base. This is a fantastic box with great colouring and patina complete with working lock with key. Like all antiques there are some imperfections but overall it is in excellent condition a perfect gift for someone special.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft
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