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A Fine British Calling Card Case, Early 19th C Mother of Pearl with Engraved Shooting Scene.
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A Fine British Calling Card Case, Early 19th C Mother of Pearl with Engraved Shooting Scene.

19th century
Sold 30 November 2024 · Robert Belcher Antiques
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Description

This fine and rare example of an early 19th-century British gentleman's calling card case is beautifully veneered in pale shimmering mother of pearl, and delicately hand-engraved to a high standard. The main front panel shows a pheasant being set up by a gun dog, with a tree and foliage in the distance.

This superb central panel has a small patterned boarder which is further enhanced with fine floral corner motifs.

The reverse has a similar decoration apart from the centre panel which on this side has floral decoration.

The case is in very good condition with a fully working hinge and a button release clasp. The interior retains its original red velvet lining.

British, circa 1830

Height 10.2cm x width 7.8cm x depth 1.2cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.2cm (4.02")
Width
7.8cm (3.07")
Depth
1.2cm (0.47")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Mother of Pearl Card Case to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1104801
Dealers Notes

Robert Belcher Antiques was established in 1984 and is a high-quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative objects. After forty years of shop keeping and maintaining beautiful showrooms, which have been regularly open six days a week, Robert and Wendy have now taken a slightly different approach to their business. Having sold their retail premises, the antique business is now fully online. The picture framing service has ceased to operate because of moving online.

You can contact Robert and Wendy by email or telephone to discuss items from their extensive catalogue of attractive pieces and make purchases. Customers can rest assured that the long-established dealership is continuing to run in an exceedingly professional way, selling genuine and high-quality items which are guaranteed to please the most discerning collector, decorator or homeowner.

All items will be personally hand packaged to a high standard. Small items are extensively wrapped using the best materials and are often double boxed. Items are then shipped with DHL or Royal Mail fully insured and often with next day delivery. Larger items would be personally delivered or sent with a specialist antique delivery firm, or for outside the U.K, a professional shipping company.

Please enjoy viewing their collection of rare and interesting pieces and have the assurance that Robert and Wendy will do their utmost to make sure your experience is exceptional, as has been recognised by many customers who have bought with confidence regularly over the years.

Contact details

Email: robertbelcherantiques@gmail.com

Telephone: 01905 622468

Mobile 07929 011224

07720 607007

Website: https://www.robertbelcherantiques.co.uk

Instagram: robertbelcherantiques

Description
This fine and rare example of an early 19th-century British gentleman's calling card case is beautifully veneered in pale shimmering mother of pearl, and delicately hand-engraved to a high standard.
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The main front panel shows a pheasant being set up by a gun dog, with a tree and foliage in the distance.
Robert Belcher Antiques
fig 1. An early 19th-century mother-of-pearl calling card case engraved with a detailed hunting scene featuring a dog and bird.
fig 1. A Fine British Calling Card Case, Early 19th C Mother of Pearl with Engraved Shooting Scene.

This superb central panel has a small patterned boarder which is further enhanced with fine floral corner motifs.

The reverse has a similar decoration apart from the centre panel which on this side has floral decoration.

fig 2. An early 19th-century mother-of-pearl calling card case engraved with a detailed hunting scene featuring a dog and bird.
fig 2. A Fine British Calling Card Case, Early 19th C Mother of Pearl with Engraved Shooting Scene.

The case is in very good condition with a fully working hinge and a button release clasp. The interior retains its original red velvet lining.

British, circa 1830

Height 10.2cm x width 7.8cm x depth 1.2cm

Height
10.2cm (4.02")
Width
7.8cm (3.07")
Depth
1.2cm (0.47")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Mother of Pearl Card Case to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1104801
Robert Belcher Antiques
Robert Belcher Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

Robert belcher antiques was established in 1984 and is a high quality retailer of interesting, rare antiques and decorative items.

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Archive I An early 19th-century mother-of-pearl calling card case engraved with a detailed hunting scene featuring a dog and bird. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Fine British Calling Card Case, Early 19th C Mother of Pearl with Engraved Shooting Scene.

Archive II An early 19th-century mother-of-pearl calling card case engraved with a detailed hunting scene featuring a dog and bird. View II
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Robert Belcher Antiques

Robert Belcher Antiques
Telephone 07929 011224 or 01905 622468
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United Kingdom

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An early 19th-century mother-of-pearl calling card case engraved with a detailed hunting scene featuring a dog and bird.
A fine British calling card case, early 19th C mother of pearl with engraved shooting scene.
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An early 19th-century mother-of-pearl calling card case engraved with a detailed hunting scene featuring a dog and bird.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMother of Pearl, Steel
  • ColourIridescent White
  • MotifsEngraved hunting scene, Floral corner engraving, Geometrical border
  • SizeH 10.2 cm (4 in) x W 7.8 cm (3 in) x D 1.2 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Calling card cases became essential social accessories during the 19th century as a result of strict Victorian etiquette surrounding visiting and social networking.

These cases were traditionally crafted from materials such as mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell, ivory, silver, and papier-mache, often featuring delicate metal hinges and velvet or silk linings.

Authentic period pieces typically exhibit hand-carved or engraved decoration, natural irregularities in the nacre, tightly fitted pin hinges, and construction methods characteristic of pre-industrial handcrafting.

These small decorative objects can be placed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or coffee table display tray to add a touch of historical texture and refined detail to a room.

To preserve the material, keep items away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, clean gently with a dry microfibre cloth, and avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasives.
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