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Antique Georgian Leather-bound Casket / Chasse
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Antique Georgian Leather-bound Casket / Chasse

19th century
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A most unusual Early 19th Century Antique Georgian Casket or Chasse, the latter term used to describe a medieval casket with sloping roofs like a house, from which the form of this piece is derived. Retaining its original iron staple fastening, the two brass hinges in good order, the leather covering decorated with brass studs, the top enhanced with four penwork images of soldiers. While its original purpose remains unclear, this interesting and attractive box with its red velvet lining was probably intended to sit upon the desk of a senior military officer. Believed to be either English or French, { We really can't decide, but as always, welcome constructive comment }.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Declaration

Applecross Antiques has dated this Georgian Leather Bound Casket to the 19th Century.

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SA1216547
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AEFLCMC-XX
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Description
A most unusual Early 19th Century Antique Georgian Casket or Chasse, the latter term used to describe a medieval casket with sloping roofs like a house, from which the form of this piece is derived.
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Retaining its original iron staple fastening, the two brass hinges in good order, the leather covering decorated with brass studs, the top enhanced with four penwork images of soldiers.
Applecross Antiques

While its original purpose remains unclear, this interesting and attractive box with its red velvet lining was probably intended to sit upon the desk of a senior military officer. Believed to be either English or French, { We really can't decide, but as always, welcome constructive comment }.

fig 1. A rectangular Georgian leather-bound casket decorated with brass studs, etched military figure illustrations, and a central iron latch.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Leather-bound Casket / Chasse

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Height
19cm (7.48")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
15cm (5.91")
Date of Manufacture

Applecross Antiques has dated this Georgian Leather Bound Casket to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1216547
Dealers Internal Ref
AEFLCMC-XX
Applecross Antiques
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Archive I A rectangular Georgian leather-bound casket decorated with brass studs, etched military figure illustrations, and a central iron latch.

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A rectangular Georgian leather-bound casket decorated with brass studs, etched military figure illustrations, and a central iron latch.
Antique Georgian Leather-bound Casket / Chasse
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A Georgian leather-bound casket is a small wooden storage chest dating from the 18th or early 19th century, covered in calfskin or hide and secured with iron or brass fitments. These boxes were primarily produced to secure personal documents, valuables, or writing implements during transport.

Constructed around a solid wooden core, these caskets were clad in wet leather that was stretched and secured using hand-forged brass or iron studs. Decorative motifs were often hand-tooled, engraved, or embossed into the surface alongside wrought iron catches and locks.

Authentic period pieces exhibit irregular, hand-cut brass studs, wrought iron lock mechanisms with hand-filed components, and natural wear patterns on the hide. The interior wooden structure generally shows hand-sawn timber marks and historical patination consistent with age.

Position the casket on a dark wood desk, sideboard, or within a styled bookcase alongside vintage books and brass objects. Its rich material palette introduces tactile warmth and historical structure to contemporary, traditional, or eclectic room schemes.

Keep the object away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent the leather from drying out and cracking. Apply specialized museum-grade leather wax periodically, and gently dust the metal studs using a soft-bristled brush to avoid disturbing oxidisation.
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