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A Georgian Period Mahogany Antique Sewing Box
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd

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A Georgian Period Mahogany Antique Sewing Box

18th century
Sold 2 December 2024 · Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
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A Georgian Period Mahogany antique sewing box with fitted interior, in lovely original condition. English circa 1780

Physical Dimensions
Height
8.3cm (3.27")
Width
25.4cm (10.00")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Sewing Box to the Georgian era.

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SA1063576
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A Georgian Period Mahogany antique sewing box
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Description
A Georgian Period Mahogany antique sewing box with fitted interior, in lovely original condition. English circa 1780
Height
8.3cm (3.27")
Width
25.4cm (10.00")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

Christian Davies Antiques Ltd has dated this Georgian Mahogany Sewing Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1063576
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A Georgian Period Mahogany antique sewing box
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009

Quality furniture particularly from the late victorian and edwardian period.

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Christian Davies Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Georgian Period Mahogany Antique Sewing Box

Archive II A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View II
Archive III A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View III
Archive IV A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View IV
Archive V A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View V
Archive VI A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VI
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Telephone 07774 991460
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The Calder Studio
Garden Village
Longsight Road
Clayton Le Dale
Blackburn
BB2 7JA
United Kingdom
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 44
Items Sold 3,398
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Christian Davies Antiques Ltd
Verified Since Jun 2009
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Location: The Calder Studio, Garden Village, Longsight Road, Clayton Le Dale, Blackburn, BB2 7JA, United Kingdom
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A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
A Georgian Period Mahogany antique sewing box
Ref: SA1063576
A rectangular Georgian mahogany sewing box featuring a dark wood grain, flat lid, and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
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  • ObjectBoxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFlush lid, Rectangular silhouette, Brass key escutcheon, Polished wood grain
  • SizeH 8.3 cm (3 in) x W 25.4 cm (10 in) x D 19 cm (7 in)

Georgian sewing boxes emerged during the 18th and early 19th centuries as portable receptacles for holding needlework tools, threads, and personal valuables, often reflecting the domestic pursuits of the period.

These boxes were typically constructed from dense hardwoods like mahogany or rosewood, featuring dovetail joinery, finely fitted internal compartments, and brass hardware such as escutcheons and hinges.

Authenticity is determined by examining timber grain, hand-cut dovetails, period-appropriate brass locks, and the presence of natural ageing, shrinkage cracks, and rich patina rather than modern fasteners.

An antique box can be placed on a surface like a console table, desk, or bookshelf to function as discreet storage while adding textural warmth and historical interest to a contemporary room scheme.

Preserve antique wooden items by keeping them away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, applying occasional microcrystalline wax, and cleaning gently with a dry, soft cloth.
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