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19th Century Candle Box
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19th Century Candle Box

18th century
Description

A handsome 19th century mahogany and marquetry wall hung candle box or salt box with a lift up lid, shaped pierced crest, and inlaid with a shell patera. An attractive decorative yet useful item.

Condition: This is in good original condition with some minor damage and wear in accordance with age - please see the photos - this mainly consists of some small chips and repairs to the bottom corners, and a split in the top section of the pierced crest.

Free UK delivery - the item will be sent using a tracked and signed for service. If you would like a quote for delivery elsewhere please get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
17.5cm (6.89")
Declaration

Antique and Unique has dated this Antique Mahogany Candle Box to the Georgian era.

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SA1100069
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Description
A handsome 19th century mahogany and marquetry wall hung candle box or salt box with a lift up lid, shaped pierced crest, and inlaid with a shell patera. An attractive decorative yet useful item.

Condition: This is in good original condition with some minor damage and wear in accordance with age - please see the photos - this mainly consists of some small chips and repairs to the bottom corners, and a split in the top section of the pierced crest.

Free UK delivery - the item will be sent using a tracked and signed for service. If you would like a quote for delivery elsewhere please get in touch.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
20cm (7.87")
Depth
17.5cm (6.89")
Date of Manufacture

Antique and Unique has dated this Antique Mahogany Candle Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1100069
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Archive I A nineteenth-century mahogany wall-hanging candle box with a pierced shaped cresting and central shell marquetry motif.

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Tideswell Business Park
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Tideswell
Derbyshire
SK17 8PY
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A nineteenth-century mahogany wall-hanging candle box with a pierced shaped cresting and central shell marquetry motif.
19th Century Candle Box
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FAQs

In the nineteenth century, candle boxes were essential household objects used to store tallow or beeswax candles. They kept light sources clean, dry, and protected from rodents prior to the widespread introduction of domestic electricity.

Antique candle boxes were typically crafted from hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or pine. Higher-end decorative examples often incorporated fine marquetry inlays made from boxwood, satinwood, or fruitwood, secured with metal hinges.

Authentic pieces usually display hand-cut dovetail joints, original brass hardware, and natural wear around the mounting hole on the backplate. The wood surface typically exhibits oxidation and age-appropriate patina consistent with historical use.

A candle box can be mounted on a narrow wall space or placed on top of a sideboard to display smaller decorative accessories. Its timber tones add warmth and historic character when paired with contemporary art or minimalist decor.

Dust the item regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth. Apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, avoiding modern aerosol sprays or solvents that can loosen delicate marquetry inlays.
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