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A Fine and Rare George III Octagonal Figured Satinwood Box, C.1790.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
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A Fine and Rare George III Octagonal Figured Satinwood Box, C.1790.

18th century
Description

A Fine and Rare Late 18th Century George III Satinwood Octagonal Box, C.1790.

The kingwood crossbanded sectional top with ebony and box stringing is finely laid around a central inlaid patera. Opening on double hinges to the ebony lipped satinwood interior. The satinwood frieze is similarly crossbanded in Kingwood to the top and base.

The box is in superb original conditon and has a lovely rich colour.

Provenance:

The Herbert Kennard Collection, London, 26th March 2021

W.R. Harvey & Co (Antiques) Ltd, London, 7th June 1989

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this George III Satinwood Box to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1042821
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Description
A Fine and Rare Late 18th Century George III Satinwood Octagonal Box, C.1790.
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The kingwood crossbanded sectional top with ebony and box stringing is finely laid around a central inlaid patera.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

Opening on double hinges to the ebony lipped satinwood interior. The satinwood frieze is similarly crossbanded in Kingwood to the top and base.

The box is in superb original conditon and has a lovely rich colour.

Provenance:

The Herbert Kennard Collection, London, 26th March 2021

W.R. Harvey & Co (Antiques) Ltd, London, 7th June 1989

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this George III Satinwood Box to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1042821
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
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Offering carefully selected antique masterpieces from the 17th & 18th centuries

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Alexander George Antiques Ltd. is a registered member of LAPADA 

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An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front.
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Archive I An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front.

A Fine and Rare George III Octagonal Figured Satinwood Box, C.1790.

Archive II An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front. View II
Archive III An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front. View III
Archive IV An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front. View IV
Archive V An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front. View V
Archive VI An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front. View VI
Archive VII An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front. View VII
Archive VIII An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front. View VIII
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Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07787 536199
Location
Buscot Manor
Buscot
Oxfordshire
SN7 8DA
United Kingdom

By appointment only.
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An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front.
A Fine and Rare George III Octagonal Figured Satinwood Box, C.1790.
Ref: SA1042821
An octagonal George III satinwood box featuring segmented sunburst veneer on the lid and a keyhole with a key on the front.
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FAQs

During the George III period, particularly around 1790, satinwood became highly favoured for decorative woodwork due to its warm golden hue and shimmering grain. Craftspeople frequently constructed boxes in geometric forms, such as octagons, decorated with fine timber veneers, stringing, and sunburst marquetry.

These items typically feature a solid pine or mahogany carcass covered with figured satinwood veneers. Cabinetmakers employed hand-cut dovetail joints, steel or brass locks, escutcheon keyholes, and delicate dark wood stringing borders.

Authentic pieces demonstrate signs of natural hand-sawing on unpolished interior surfaces, period-correct iron or brass hardware, and subtle patination. The timber veneer often exhibits slight shrinkage lines and colour variations resulting from long-term light exposure.

Position the box on a contemporary sideboard, console table, or desk to serve as a textured focal point. Its clean geometric shape and warm tones integrate seamlessly into both minimalist and modern traditional interior schemes.

Keep the item positioned away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer lifting or timber movement. Clean gently using a dry microfibre cloth and apply a specialized beeswax polish sparingly to maintain the finish.
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