Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1850s.
A very rare piece (possibly unique), this exquisite box is a "must-have" for the advanced collector.
This is actually created by the carcass being formed with Rosewood being soaked and molded into the shape of the basket (this base can be seen from the interior - in the Rosewood), the decorative inlay is then applied to this base once set; no secondary timber is used at all in the construction, creating this very fine, delicate example.
The lid has a thicker piece of base Rosewood and then decorated in the same way. The lid has a sprung hinge and snaps shut to close.
A really superb heirloom quality box in excellent condition, the lid measuring 8 1/2" x 3" and standing 7" tall to top of swing handle.
Item ID: 32992
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1850s.
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Rare Antique Kingwood & Tulipwood Basket Shaped Box - Paris Dated 1855
