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Burr Walnut & Brass Jewellery Box C.1850
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Burr Walnut & Brass Jewellery Box C.1850

19th century
Sold 16 December 2024 · Michael Johnson Antiques
This “Burr Walnut & Brass Jewellery Box C.1850” found a buyer.

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A fine lovely quality jewellery box made from an attractive burr walnut and decorative brass overlay through out. All in great original condition. A dome top to the lid. It dates Victorian c.1850 and comes with a functional lock and key. The interior has been kept original

Materials:

Burr walnut and brass

Age:

c.1850

Size:

Length: 22cm

Width: 12.5cm

Height: 8cm

Reference Number: 7312

Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Jewellery Box to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1110677
Dealers Internal Reference
7312
Dealers Notes

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Description
A fine lovely quality jewellery box made from an attractive burr walnut and decorative brass overlay through out. All in great original condition. A dome top to the lid. It dates Victorian c.1850 and comes with a functional lock and key. The interior has been kept original

Materials:

Burr walnut and brass

Age:

c.1850

Size:

Length: 22cm

Width: 12.5cm

Height: 8cm

Reference Number: 7312

Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Burr Walnut Jewellery Box to the Victorian era.

Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1110677
Dealers Internal Ref
7312
Michael Johnson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014
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A rectangular burr walnut jewellery box featuring decorative brass strapwork corners and a central escutcheon. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular burr walnut jewellery box featuring decorative brass strapwork corners and a central escutcheon. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Burr Walnut & Brass Jewellery Box C.1850

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Location
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Middlesex
South West London
United Kingdom
Verified Since Dec 2014
Items For Sale 42
Items Sold 1,494
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Verified Since Dec 2014
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Location: Ashford, Middlesex, South West London, United Kingdom
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Dec 2014
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A rectangular burr walnut jewellery box featuring decorative brass strapwork corners and a central escutcheon.
Burr Walnut & Brass Jewellery Box c.1850
Ref: SA1110677
A rectangular burr walnut jewellery box featuring decorative brass strapwork corners and a central escutcheon.
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  • ObjectJewellery & Trinket Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialBurr Walnut, Brass, Pine
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsBrass strapwork, Burr walnut veneer, Escutcheon plate
  • SizeH 8 cm (3 in) x W 12.5 cm (5 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

Victorian decorative boxes frequently utilised exotic veneers like burr walnut, mahogany, or coromandel, often enhanced with elaborate brass inlay, strapwork, or mother-of-pearl to reflect the periods taste for ornate craftsmanship.

These pieces were typically constructed from a secondary softwood carcass, such as pine or cedar, expertly veneered with thin slices of highly figured timber like burr walnut, and assembled using traditional dovetail joints and brass hardware.

Authentication involves examining the interior linings, the consistency of hand-cut dovetailing, the presence of original brass lever locks, and the natural patination and shrinkage cracks characteristic of ageing hide glue and timber.

Placing a textured wooden box on a modern console table, bookshelf, or coffee table introduces warmth, historical depth, and functional storage that contrasts effectively with minimalist lines.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and central heating sources to prevent veneer lifting, applying microcrystalline wax sparingly, and maintaining stable indoor humidity levels.
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