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Pair of Georgian Mahogany Knife Boxes.
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Pair of Georgian Mahogany Knife Boxes.

18th century
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A pair of 18th century serpentine fronted mahogany knife or cutlery boxes. The sloping lids with inlaid oval panels above shaped fronts with boxwood and ebony stringing. The tops open to reveal an inlaid sycamore and ebony star on the underside with boxwood and ebony strung decoration round the inner frame. The boxes retain all their original fittings along with keys and have original old green baize bases, good colour and patina and in original condition throughout. English Circa 1790.

Physical Dimensions
Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
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F E Anderson Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Knife Boxes to the 18th Century.

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A pair of 18th century serpentine fronted mahogany knife or cutlery boxes. The sloping lids with inlaid oval panels above shaped fronts with boxwood and ebony stringing.
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The tops open to reveal an inlaid sycamore and ebony star on the underside with boxwood and ebony strung decoration round the inner frame.
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The boxes retain all their original fittings along with keys and have original old green baize bases, good colour and patina and in original condition throughout. English Circa 1790.

Height
37cm (14.57")
Width
23cm (9.06")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

F E Anderson Antiques has dated these Georgian Mahogany Knife Boxes to the 18th Century.

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SA1225863
F E Anderson Antiques
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A pair of Georgian mahogany knife boxes featuring sloping lids with oval marquetry shell inlays and serpentine-fronted bodies.
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Archive I A pair of Georgian mahogany knife boxes featuring sloping lids with oval marquetry shell inlays and serpentine-fronted bodies.

Pair of Georgian Mahogany Knife Boxes.

Archive II A pair of Georgian mahogany knife boxes featuring sloping lids with oval marquetry shell inlays and serpentine-fronted bodies. View II
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Archive V A pair of Georgian mahogany knife boxes featuring sloping lids with oval marquetry shell inlays and serpentine-fronted bodies. View V
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A pair of Georgian mahogany knife boxes featuring sloping lids with oval marquetry shell inlays and serpentine-fronted bodies.
Pair of Georgian mahogany knife boxes.
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A pair of Georgian mahogany knife boxes featuring sloping lids with oval marquetry shell inlays and serpentine-fronted bodies.
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  • ObjectKnife Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Boxwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine front, slanted lid, marquetry shell inlay, stringing inlay
  • SizeH 37 cm (15 in) x W 23 cm (9 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

This pair of 18th century Georgian knife boxes comprises serpentine-fronted mahogany vessels featuring sloping lids with inlaid oval marquetry shell panels. The warm brown timber displays rich grain patterns complemented by delicate boxwood and ebony stringing along the shaped fronts and brass hardware including keyhole escutcheons. Each piece stands 37 cm high, 23 cm wide, and 36 cm deep, offering functional elegance for period-inspired interiors. In a contemporary home, these items sit comfortably upon a dining room sideboard or a living room console as sophisticated decorative accessories or storage containers for small items. The traditional English country house design brings historical character to any surface placement, matching classic mahogany furniture or contrasting effectively with modern surroundings.

FAQs

During the 18th century, knife boxes were placed on sideboards in formal dining rooms to secure and display silver flatware. They featured slanted tops and interior slotted dividers designed to hold knives and spoons handles-up.

Georgian knife boxes were predominantly constructed using flame mahogany or satinwood veneers over pine or oak cores. Decorative features included boxwood stringing, shell marquetry inlays, and brass keyhole escutcheons.

Authentic Georgian examples usually feature hand-cut dovetail joints, original slotted interior fittings or evidence of their conversion, natural timber oxidisation on the underside, and fine line inlay work around the serpentine edges.

These boxes function effectively as decorative accent pieces on a sideboard, console table, or mantelpiece. They can be styled as standalone sculptural forms or repurposed for discreet storage of small household items.

Dust the woodwork regularly with a soft dry microfiber cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year following the timber grain. Avoid placing the wood in direct sunlight or near radiator heat sources to prevent veneer lifting.
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