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Anglo Ceylonese Trinket/ Sewing Box

19th century
Sold 4 March 2025 · Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Description

Superb Anglo Ceylonese trinket/ sewing box in excellent condition. This stunning box has serpentine sides and a hinged lid made from Coromadel wood. Inside the lid is inlaid with small bone dots forming a loop and swirl design with a central disk with a image of an elephant. The box holds two removeable trays of a variety of fitted compartments with lids inlaid with a variety of mixed woods such as satin, fruit and other exotic woods. As with all antiques, there are some imperfections, but this is a stunning box with compartments for all your treasures. Its beautiful design and intricate craftsmanship make it a remarkable piece to own.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Anglo Ceylonese Sewing Box to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1123053
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI3659
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Description
Superb Anglo Ceylonese trinket/ sewing box in excellent condition. This stunning box has serpentine sides and a hinged lid made from Coromadel wood.
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Inside the lid is inlaid with small bone dots forming a loop and swirl design with a central disk with a image of an elephant.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

The box holds two removeable trays of a variety of fitted compartments with lids inlaid with a variety of mixed woods such as satin, fruit and other exotic woods. As with all antiques, there are some imperfections, but this is a stunning box with compartments for all your treasures. Its beautiful design and intricate craftsmanship make it a remarkable piece to own.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Anglo Ceylonese Sewing Box to the 19th Century.

Height
15.5cm (6.10")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
25.5cm (10.04")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1123053
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI3659
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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Archive II A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View II
Archive III A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View III
Archive IV A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View IV
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Archive VII A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View IX
Archive X A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View X
Archive XI A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XI
Archive XII A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XII
Archive XIII A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIII
Archive XIV A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIV
Archive XV A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XV
Archive XVI A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVI
Archive XVII A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVII
Archive XVIII A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XVIII
Archive XIX A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XIX
Archive XX A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XX
Archive XXI A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. View XXI
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07977 119 787
Location
91 Main Street
Thornton
Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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Items For Sale 598
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
Anglo Ceylonese trinket/ sewing box
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A rectangular Anglo-Ceylonese wooden sewing box featuring wave-moulded edges and a central brass keyhole escutcheon.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBoxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Ceylonese
  • MaterialCalamander, Ebony, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsWave moulding, Brass escutcheon, Exotic timber grain
  • SizeH 15.5 cm (6 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 25.5 cm (10 in)

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Anglo-Ceylonese pieces were crafted in Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) during the British colonial period, typically combining traditional European furniture forms with intricate indigenous woodcarving techniques and exotic local timbers.

These items were predominantly constructed from dense, exotic hardwoods native to the region, such as calamander, ebony, and satinwood, often featuring hand-cut dovetail joints, brass escutcheons, and intricate moulded profiles.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-cut joinery, aged patina on the hardwood surface, hand-forged or early brass hardware, and secondary timbers consistent with the region of origin.

Positioning the item on a surface such as a side table, mantelpiece, or console allows it to serve as a focal point, contrasting nicely with modern minimalist decor while adding rich texture and historical depth.

Maintain the timber by keeping the object away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking, and periodically apply a microcrystalline wax to nourish and protect the polished wooden surface.
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