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William IV Sarcophagus-shaped Rosewood Jewellery Box
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William IV Sarcophagus-shaped Rosewood Jewellery Box

19th century
Description

Circa 1840. William IV sarcophagus-shaped rosewood jewellery box. The lid with a neat finial and concave edges opens to an upper section with multiple compartments above a further compartment and exposing a brass catch to reveal a secret drawer. The underside of the lid with gilt and silk lining opening to a further compartment with sarcophagus sides all over neat and bun feet.

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Declaration

Georgian Antiques has dated this Rosewood Sarcophagus Jewellery Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1085353
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33701
Description
Circa 1840. William IV sarcophagus-shaped rosewood jewellery box.
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The lid with a neat finial and concave edges opens to an upper section with multiple compartments above a further compartment and exposing a brass catch to reveal a secret drawer.
Georgian Antiques

The underside of the lid with gilt and silk lining opening to a further compartment with sarcophagus sides all over neat and bun feet.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
29cm (11.42")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Date of Manufacture

Georgian Antiques has dated this Rosewood Sarcophagus Jewellery Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1085353
Dealers Internal Ref
33701
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Archive I A 19th-century William IV sarcophagus-shaped rosewood jewellery box featuring a stepped hinged lid, a brass keyhole, and small rounded feet.

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A 19th-century William IV sarcophagus-shaped rosewood jewellery box featuring a stepped hinged lid, a brass keyhole, and small rounded feet.
William IV Sarcophagus-Shaped Rosewood Jewellery Box
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A 19th-century William IV sarcophagus-shaped rosewood jewellery box featuring a stepped hinged lid, a brass keyhole, and small rounded feet.
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A sarcophagus-shaped box features a tapered, stepped lid and sloped sides inspired by ancient Roman and Egyptian stone sarcophagi. This architectural form became highly prominent during the English Regency and William IV periods for tea caddies, work boxes, and jewellery storage.

Boxes from the William IV era were commonly constructed using a solid pine or oak carcass overlaid with high-grade veneers such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut. Accent details often included brass keyhole escutcheons, ivory or wooden knobs, and paper or silk linings.

Authentic 19th-century pieces display dense grain patterns characteristic of Brazilian rosewood, along with hand-cut dovetail joints on the interior structure. Original locks, aged brass fittings, and natural wear or shrinkage lines on the base and veneer further indicate period authenticity.

Place a rosewood box on a desk, sideboard, or bedside table to serve as both decorative interest and practical storage. Its deep timber tones complement modern minimalist settings as well as traditional period-style rooms.

Keep the box positioned away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity to prevent the veneer from lifting or cracking. Clean the wood using a soft, dry cloth and apply a quality beeswax polish periodically to preserve the timber finish.
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