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A Mid 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Sorrento Marquetry Box Circa 1860
Robert Belcher Antiques
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A Mid 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Sorrento Marquetry Box Circa 1860

19th century
Description

A very fine Italian marquetry box dating to circa 1860 and made in the Sorrento region of Italy where local craftsmen were renowned for making these beautiful fine marquetry objects.

This example is constructed from walnut and veneered in dark olivewood which has been meticulously inlaid with fine panels worked in mixed coloured veneers.

The sides each have an individual floral display bordered with a fine Tunbridge style banding whilst the top has a similar boarder. It has a unique central panel inlaid with a local musician playing a large traditional wind instrument whilst being accompanied by a very similarly dressed man who is in high spirits dancing to the music.

The lid is hinged and retains its original working lock and key and opens to reveal a useful plain interior.

The underside of the box is fitted with a green suede leather lining to protect delicate surfaces.

This fine box is in excellent original condition.

Italian, circa 1860

Height 14cm x width 14cm x depth 14cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Declaration

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Italian Sorrento Marquetry Box to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1162464
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
A very fine Italian marquetry box dating to circa 1860 and made in the Sorrento region of Italy where local craftsmen were renowned for making these beautiful fine marquetry objects.
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This example is constructed from walnut and veneered in dark olivewood which has been meticulously inlaid with fine panels worked in mixed coloured veneers.
Robert Belcher Antiques
fig 1. A square ebonised wooden box with Sorrento marquetry inlay depicting figures on the lid, floral sprays on the sides, and a key inserted in the keyhole.
fig 1. A Mid 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Sorrento Marquetry Box Circa 1860

The sides each have an individual floral display bordered with a fine Tunbridge style banding whilst the top has a similar boarder. It has a unique central panel inlaid with a local musician playing a large traditional wind instrument whilst being accompanied by a very similarly dressed man who is in high spirits dancing to the music.

fig 2. A square ebonised wooden box with Sorrento marquetry inlay depicting figures on the lid, floral sprays on the sides, and a key inserted in the keyhole.
fig 2. A Mid 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Sorrento Marquetry Box Circa 1860

The lid is hinged and retains its original working lock and key and opens to reveal a useful plain interior.

The underside of the box is fitted with a green suede leather lining to protect delicate surfaces.

This fine box is in excellent original condition.

Italian, circa 1860

Height 14cm x width 14cm x depth 14cm

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
14cm (5.51")
Depth
14cm (5.51")
Date of Manufacture

Robert Belcher Antiques has dated this Italian Sorrento Marquetry Box to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1162464
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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A Mid 19th Century Italian Grand Tour Sorrento Marquetry Box Circa 1860

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Robert Belcher Antiques
Telephone 07929 011224 or 01905 622468
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Worcestershire
United Kingdom

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A square ebonised wooden box with Sorrento marquetry inlay depicting figures on the lid, floral sprays on the sides, and a key inserted in the keyhole.
A mid 19th century Italian grand tour Sorrento marquetry box circa 1860
Ref: SA1162464
A square ebonised wooden box with Sorrento marquetry inlay depicting figures on the lid, floral sprays on the sides, and a key inserted in the keyhole.
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FAQs

Sorrento marquetry is a traditional woodwork technique originating from the Sorrento peninsula in Italy, characterised by intricate wood inlays depicting figures, foliate motifs, and geometric patterns.

Craftsmen typically utilised native Italian timbers such as olivewood, walnut, and orange wood, often set into ebonised or stained hardwood bases with brass escutcheons and steel locking mechanisms.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut wood veneers, period-appropriate joinery, precise geometric border inlay, and subjects inspired by regional Italian culture or classical antiquity rather than modern printed transfers.

An ebonised marquetry box can be placed on a desk, sideboard, or layered alongside books on a shelf to add historic texture and depth to modern or traditional interiors.

Dust the surface gently with a dry microfibre cloth, keep the item away from direct sunlight or radiator heat to prevent veneer lifting, and apply a clear microcrystalline wax sparingly for preservation.
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