London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Highly distinctive example of Japanned taste with eye-catching finish

Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order
Pleasing lacquered finish to the case with dark brown hues and subtle hints of deep red
Inlaid with shimmering Mother of Pearl decor, accentuated with gilt finish

Fascinating lid presents a trio of inlaid figures catching butterflies
Brightly appointed interior presents a shock of ruby coloured velvet
Cartouche shaped mirror shows a desirable light foxing commensurate with age

Lid held securely with a brass clasp over square backplate
Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 28cm (11'')
Max Depth: 18.5cm (7.25'')
Max Height: 8.5cm (3.25'')
Interior Width: 24cm (9.5'')
Interior Depth: 14cm (5.5'')
Interior Height: 5.5cm (2.25'')
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Our Ref: 18.9803
London Fine Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
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