This is an antique gentleman’s jewellery box. An English, coromandel keepsake casket in Aesthetic movement taste, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Distinguished by its unusual pyramid lid detail, this exquisite piece offers a rare blend of refinement, craftsmanship and exotic materials.
Handsome late Victorian jewellery casket, ideal for the refined dresser or collector
Crafted from exotic coromandel wood, displaying deep tonality and light patina
Distinctive pyramid form to the lid, a rare and characterful architectural flourish
Each pyramid adorned with small metal in work, a handful absent from careful use
Lid lifts to reveal a striking interior, finished in vibrant scarlet and plum hues
Velvet lining to the lid reverse, resplendent in bold scarlet with a tactile finish
Five-division tray to the interior base, including two lidded compartments
Fascia adorned with an ornate monogrammed brass escutcheon — key absent
A fine example of Aestheti
...c movement design, combining function with high visual appeal
This rare and unusual antique gentleman’s box would grace any dressing table, study, or showcase. A truly collectible and decorative item for those with a passion for the rare and refined. Delivered ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 29cm (11.5'''')
Max Depth: 15cm (6'''')
Max Height: 11cm (4.25'''')
Internal Width: 18cm (7'''')
Internal Depth: 10cm (4'''')
Internal Height: 6.5cm (2.5'''')
What our clients have to say: https://www.londonfine.co.uk/pages/reviewsInternal Reference: 25484
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1150745
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 11cm (4.3inches)Width is 29cm (11.4inches)Depth is 15cm (5.9inches)
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