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Rare Early Tunrbidge Sewing/writing Box
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath
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Rare Early Tunrbidge Sewing/writing Box

19th century
Description

A fine quality late 18th/early 19th century TUNBRIDGE SEWING & WRITING BOX in remarkably good original condition. Veneered primarily in finest burr walnut, with a pen-and-ink border and a large oval picture of a scene with three ‘classical’ ladies in a gilded border within the lid, this box retains virtually all of its original fittings.

The lid opens to reveal firstly, the writing box, with its pair of original ink bottles , complete with Old Sheffield Plate lids, and the writing surface which amazingly retains its original baize writing surface. Underneath is a vacant compartment (for letters; notepaper etc) whilst further below is the fitted sewing drawer. This contains set of four turned “barrel'” cotton reels; set of four containers for gold and silver thread; pair of cut-glass scent bottles; turned tape measure and the original (perfect) turned thimble ~ itself a rare survival.

The pink pastel paper lining retains its vibrant original colour in lovely condition and even the original (working) key survives. A gorgeous and rare box; 12ins wide; 10.5ins deep front-to-back (30 x 26cms). Highly recommended.

** There are two tiny pieces of veneer missing from the extreme right-hand side of the lower drawer. (See image)

NB.*** Please note that this rare box is not on view in the shop; for further details telephone 07860 818212 or e-mail in the normal way.

Physical Dimensions
Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Declaration

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Antique Tunbridge Ware Box to the 1800s.

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SA1191062
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5472/k
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Description
A fine quality late 18th/early 19th century TUNBRIDGE SEWING & WRITING BOX in remarkably good original condition. Veneered primarily in finest burr walnut, with a pen-and-ink border and a large oval picture of a scene with three ‘classical’ ladies in a gilded border within the lid, this box retains virtually all of its original fittings.

The lid opens to reveal firstly, the writing box, with its pair of original ink bottles , complete with Old Sheffield Plate lids, and the writing surface which amazingly retains its original baize writing surface.

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Underneath is a vacant compartment (for letters; notepaper etc) whilst further below is the fitted sewing drawer.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath

This contains set of four turned “barrel'” cotton reels; set of four containers for gold and silver thread; pair of cut-glass scent bottles; turned tape measure and the original (perfect) turned thimble ~ itself a rare survival.

fig 1. A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer.
fig 1. Rare Early Tunrbidge Sewing/writing Box

The pink pastel paper lining retains its vibrant original colour in lovely condition and even the original (working) key survives. A gorgeous and rare box; 12ins wide; 10.5ins deep front-to-back (30 x 26cms). Highly recommended.

fig 2. A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer.
fig 2. Rare Early Tunrbidge Sewing/writing Box

There are two tiny pieces of veneer missing from the extreme right-hand side of the lower drawer. (See image)

NB.*** Please note that this rare box is not on view in the shop; for further details telephone 07860 818212 or e-mail in the normal way.

Height
16cm (6.30")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Date of Manufacture

Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this Antique Tunbridge Ware Box to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1191062
Dealers Internal Ref
5472/k
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Archive I A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer.

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Archive II A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer. View II
Archive III A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer. View III
Archive IV A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer. View IV
Archive V A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer. View V
Archive VI A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer. View VI
Archive VII A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer. View VII
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A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer.
RARE EARLY TUNRBIDGE SEWING/WRITING BOX
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A square Regency burr walnut workbox with a central classical medallion print, decorative printed border, brass side handles, and a lower drawer.
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Originating in Tunbridge Wells, Kent, early Tunbridge ware typically features painted classical scenes, print panels, or engine-turned borders on fine wooden veneers prior to the mosaic tessellation style popularised in the mid-19th century.

These pieces often combine figured wood veneers, such as burr walnut, elm, or sycamore, with brass fittings, key escutcheons, and printed or hand-painted central medallions on the lid.

Authentic early pieces feature hand-painted decoration, printed oval classical medallions, or detailed border designs rather than geometric micro-mosaic inlay, often accompanied by original brass carrying handles and keyholes.

Position the box on a sideboard, console table, or desk top as an accent piece that offers functional concealed storage for smaller items.

Keep the box away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight to prevent veneer cracking or fading, dusting gently with a soft microfibre cloth and applying beeswax sparingly.
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