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Antique Rosewood and Marquetry Jewellery or Sewing Box.
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Antique Rosewood and Marquetry Jewellery or Sewing Box.

19th century
Sold 30 September 2025 · F E Anderson Antiques
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A fine quality 19th century rosewood and marquetry jewellery or sewing box. The shapedtop with satinwood banding and marquetry decoration. The lid opens to reveal an interior with the original green paint and mirror, all standing on shaped ormolu feet . Great original colour and patina with exceptional, in fine condition with exceptional inlay.

Date of Manufacture

F E Anderson Antiques has dated this Antique Marquetry Jewellery Box to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
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SA1151322
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A fine quality 19th century rosewood and marquetry jewellery or sewing box. The shapedtop with satinwood banding and marquetry decoration.
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The lid opens to reveal an interior with the original green paint and mirror, all standing on shaped ormolu feet.
F E Anderson Antiques

. Great original colour and patina with exceptional, in fine condition with exceptional inlay.

Date of Manufacture

F E Anderson Antiques has dated this Antique Marquetry Jewellery Box to the 19th Century.

Height
18cm (7.09")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Depth
23cm (9.06")
Reference Numbers
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SA1151322
F E Anderson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2014
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F E Anderson Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I An antique rosewood jewellery box featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, a sarcophagus-shaped hinged lid with brass ring handle, and small cast brass feet. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Rosewood and Marquetry Jewellery or Sewing Box.

Archive II An antique rosewood jewellery box featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, a sarcophagus-shaped hinged lid with brass ring handle, and small cast brass feet. View II
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F E Anderson Antiques
Telephone 07773 795 931
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5 High Street
Welshpool
Powys
SY21 7JF
Wales
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/feanderson
Verified Since Feb 2014
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An antique rosewood jewellery box featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, a sarcophagus-shaped hinged lid with brass ring handle, and small cast brass feet.
Antique rosewood and marquetry jewellery or sewing box.
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An antique rosewood jewellery box featuring intricate floral marquetry inlay, a sarcophagus-shaped hinged lid with brass ring handle, and small cast brass feet.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialRosewood, Satinwood, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Sarcophagus lid, Brass lion paw feet, Inlaid banding
  • SizeH 18 cm (7 in) x W 32 cm (13 in) x D 23 cm (9 in)

FAQs

Marquetry is an artisanal technique involving the application of fitted pieces of wood veneer to a structure to form decorative patterns. In antique boxes, contrasting timbers such as satinwood or boxwood are typically inlaid into dark woods like rosewood or mahogany to create floral or geometric motifs.

These pieces were generally crafted using a solid secondary timber frame, such as pine or mahogany, veneered in exotic hardwoods like rosewood or walnut. Interiors frequently featured lined compartments using velvet, silk, or watered silk, complemented by cast brass feet, escutcheons, and hinges.

Authenticity is determined by examining the construction methods, such as hand-cut dovetail joints, old secondary woods, hand-engraved brass hardware, and the natural ageing of the wood veneer and polish. Signs of genuine age include minor shrinkage cracks, historical wear to the interior linings, and traditional hand-cut screw fixings.

An antique box serves as a functional decorative object that can be placed on a dressing table, a console table, or a mantelpiece. It adds texture and historical interest to modern spaces while providing practical concealed storage for small valuables.

Preserve antique rosewood by keeping it out of direct sunlight to prevent the wood from fading or drying out. Maintain a stable indoor humidity level and clean the surface periodically using a soft, dry cloth without applying modern silicone-based polishes.
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