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A Georgian Netting Box
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A Georgian Netting Box

18th century
Sold 12 January 2026 · Opus Antiques
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Description

This is an 18th century  painted netting /lace box. Still retaining its original pink silk lining to the interior along with the painted ratchet frame and some netting work- looks like part of a netted purse inside. The box is lead weighted

The outside is decorated with flowers etc.

The box measures 16cm w x 9cm h x 8cm d.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Georgian Painted Netting Box to the Georgian era.

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SA1189376
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This is an 18th century  painted netting /lace box.
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Still retaining its original pink silk lining to the interior along with the painted ratchet frame and some netting work- looks like part of a netted purse inside.
Opus Antiques

The box is lead weighted

The outside is decorated with flowers etc.

The box measures 16cm w x 9cm h x 8cm d.

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Georgian Painted Netting Box to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1189376
Opus Antiques
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Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items

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A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Georgian Netting Box

Archive II A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front. View II
Archive III A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front. View III
Archive IV A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front. View IV
Archive V A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front. View V
Archive VI A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front. View VII
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A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front.
A Georgian Netting Box
Ref: SA1189376
A rectangular Georgian wooden netting box featuring yellow and green vertical stripes and hand-painted floral motifs on the lid and front.
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  • ObjectBoxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialWood, Paper, Pigment
  • ColourYellow
  • MotifsFloral arrangements, Vertical stripes, Butterflies

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Preservation requires keeping the item away from direct sunlight and high humidity to prevent the fading of painted surfaces and the warping of the wood. Dusting should be done gently with a dry, soft cloth without the use of chemical polishes.

Such decorative objects work well when placed on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table to add historical texture, colour, and a sense of curated character to contemporary living spaces.

Authenticity is typically determined by construction methods such as hand-cut dovetail joints, period-appropriate hand-painted or block-printed paper decorations, natural wear consistent with age, and traditional iron or brass hardware.

These boxes were generally crafted from lightweight hardwoods or fruitwoods, often featuring hand-painted paper coverings, varnished finishes, and delicate interior compartments made from wood or paperboard.

A netting box from the Georgian era is a specialised container traditionally used to store tools and materials for knotting or netting lace, which was a popular pastime for ladies during the 18th and early 19th centuries.
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