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19th Century New Zealand Specimen Wood Box
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19th Century New Zealand Specimen Wood Box

19th century
Sold 11 November 2025 · Mark Jones Antiques
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A New Zealand specimen wood box, circa 1880, in the manner of Anton Seuffert or W H Jewell, with original paper label printed in Gothic script for a seemingly unrecorded maker ‘Elan Rees, Maker, Christchurch, New Zealand’.

A circular games table with similar inlays and paper label for ‘E. Rees, Cabinet-Maker, Barbados Street, Christchurch, New Zealand’ sold Christie’s 27th November 2012 £1000.

Dimensions: 12cm high, 31cm wide, 21cm deep

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Declaration

Mark Jones Antiques has dated this Antique Specimen Wood Box to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177679
Dealers Internal Reference
MJWOA0071
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Description
A New Zealand specimen wood box, circa 1880, in the manner of Anton Seuffert or W H Jewell, with original paper label printed in Gothic script for a seemingly unrecorded maker ‘Elan Rees, Maker, Christchurch, New Zealand’.

A circular games table with similar inlays and paper label for ‘E.

“
Rees, Cabinet-Maker, Barbados Street, Christchurch, New Zealand’ sold Christie’s 27th November 2012 £1000.
Mark Jones Antiques

Dimensions: 12cm high, 31cm wide, 21cm deep

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
31cm (12.20")
Depth
21cm (8.27")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Jones Antiques has dated this Antique Specimen Wood Box to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1177679
Dealers Internal Ref
MJWOA0071
Mark Jones Antiques
Mark Jones Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2016

Mark jones antiques are dealers in fine antique furniture, ‘design’, works of art, and works by the sporting artist ‘snaffles’.

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Archive I A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

19th Century New Zealand Specimen Wood Box

Archive II A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid. View II
Archive III A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid. View III
Archive IV A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid. View IV
Archive V A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid. View V
Archive VI A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid. View VIII
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Mark Jones Antiques
Telephone 07889 071 414
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Northwick Park
Cotswolds
United Kingdom

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A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid.
19th Century New Zealand Specimen Wood Box
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A rectangular nineteenth century wooden box featuring burr wood grain on the front and an intricate star marquetry pattern on the lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Colonial
  • MaterialKauri gum, Rewarewa, Totara, Burr wood
  • ColourAmber Brown
  • MotifsStar marquetry lid, Burr wood figuring, Keyhole escutcheon
  • SizeH 12 cm (5 in) x W 31 cm (12 in) x D 21 cm (8 in)

FAQs

A nineteenth century specimen wood box is a decorative container crafted from various indigenous and exotic timber species, often showcasing the natural grains and colours of different regional trees.

These boxes typically feature solid timber carcasses covered in intricate veneers, employing techniques such as marquetry, parquetry, and meticulous hand-jointing to create geometric patterns.

Authentication involves examining the hand-cut dovetail joints, traditional paper or fabric linings, period brass or steel escutcheons, and the natural patina developed on the timber over time.

Placed on a surface such as a mantelpiece or side table, a specimen box introduces organic texture and warmth, contrasting effectively against contemporary minimalist furniture.

Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations, applying microcrystalline wax sparingly, and avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
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