One of the best small boxes I have had.
In sarcophagus form this exquisite flame Cuban mahogany hinged box is velvet lined and bears the inlaid mark of a Marquis and a monogram, MD
I would say Regency
Hinges are E Willis & Co and the lock is W Mickleston which supports my estimate of date
The beauty and rarity of this box is its form and craftsmanship without all the overstated brass finery
This is most certainly a gentleman''s box and judging by the wear to the lid of the velvet, my guess is this contained a pair of decanters
I am not going to speculate too much about the monogram or crown insignia . Marquis of Donegal?
Just one of those gloriously understated works of pure quality and class
Keen to do deals not run a museum so offers are are always welcome.
Internal Reference: Duffryn 1173
Antique Number: SA1099570
Dateline of this antique is Regency
Height is 15cm (5.9inches)
Width is 24cm (9.4inches)
Depth is 15cm (5.9inches)
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