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Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box
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Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box

19th century
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Description

A delightful sewing box in mahogany that dates to around 1870

In great original condition with a deep rich medium brown waxed finish with blue silk lining which shows some light colour fade in places but does not detract from its charm. It has straps on the lid to store sewing implements

Has a mother of pearl cartouche and escutcheon and comes with a working lock and key

Measures 10 inches wide, 7 inches deep and 5 inches high

Would make a great present for a sewing enthusiast

Delivery to the UK is included in the price, if you require a price to ship overseas……please contact me for a quot

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Declaration

Past to Present has dated this Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1213290
Dealers Internal Reference
AB/2025/05/302
Dealers Notes

All my items are sold with a full refund policy if you are not completely satisfied with your purchase

Alternatively you are welcome to view any item prior to purchase……we are based in Wrexham North Wales

Description
A delightful sewing box in mahogany that dates to around 1870
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In great original condition with a deep rich medium brown waxed finish with blue silk lining which shows some light colour fade in places but does not detract from its charm.
Past to Present

It has straps on the lid to store sewing implements

fig 1. A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel.
fig 1. Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box

Has a mother of pearl cartouche and escutcheon and comes with a working lock and key

Measures 10 inches wide, 7 inches deep and 5 inches high

Would make a great present for a sewing enthusiast

Delivery to the UK is included in the price, if you require a price to ship overseas……please contact me for a quot

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
18cm (7.09")
Date of Manufacture

Past to Present has dated this Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1213290
Dealers Internal Ref
AB/2025/05/302
Past to Present
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Past to Present Profile Page

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Archive I A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel.

Victorian Mahogany Sewing Box

Archive II A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel. View II
Archive III A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel. View III
Archive IV A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel. View IV
Archive V A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel. View V
Archive VI A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel. View VII
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Past to Present
Telephone 07967 162968
Location
Clwyd
North Wales
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/pasttopresent
Verified Since Feb 2022
Items For Sale 72
Items Sold 255
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A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel.
Victorian mahogany sewing box
Ref: SA1213290
A rectangular Victorian mahogany box with a polished finish, a mother-of-pearl cartouche inlay on the lid, a keyhole escutcheon, and a brass key with a black tassel.
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A Victorian mahogany sewing box is a 19th-century wooden storage chest designed specifically for housing needlework tools, threads, and accessories. Popular throughout the Victorian era, these boxes served both functional household purposes and as decorative items showcasing fine cabinetmaking.

These boxes were predominantly crafted from hardwoods or fine veneers such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut. They frequently feature mother-of-pearl or brass escutcheons, fabric-lined interiors, and brass hinges with mortise lock mechanisms.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit natural wood patination, hand-cut dovetail joining on interior trays or frames, and period-correct lock mechanisms with appropriate wear. Natural minor wood shrinkage around veneer seams and mother-of-pearl inlays is also common.

Position the box on a sideboard, console table, or open bookshelf as a classic decorative accent. It provides discrete storage for stationery or personal trinkets while adding warm timber tones and visual history to modern schemes.

Dust the mahogany surface regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish along the grain periodically. Keep the box away from direct heat sources and severe humidity fluctuations to prevent the wood from warping or cracking.
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