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Victorian Papier Mache Lacquered Stationery Box
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Victorian Papier Mache Lacquered Stationery Box

19th century
Description

A lovely example of a Victorian papier mache stationery / letter box dating from the late 19th century. The outer has a black lacquered finish with beautifully inlaid mother of pearl decoration in the form of roses with further hand painted and gilded lining and motifs. The sloped lid opens to reveal a series of racks for holding papers and letters and the whole interior is lined with decorative paper. It comes with its original working key.

It is in good original condition and there are no major damages. There are some general signs of age and use and some minor knocks and marks to the exterior and some wear to the interior but overall it is clean and tidy and displays well. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £8

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Papier Mache Box to the Victorian era.

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SA1228190
Description
A lovely example of a Victorian papier mache stationery / letter box dating from the late 19th century.
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The outer has a black lacquered finish with beautifully inlaid mother of pearl decoration in the form of roses with further hand painted and gilded lining and motifs.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

The sloped lid opens to reveal a series of racks for holding papers and letters and the whole interior is lined with decorative paper. It comes with its original working key.

fig 1. A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole.
fig 1. Victorian Papier Mache Lacquered Stationery Box

It is in good original condition and there are no major damages. There are some general signs of age and use and some minor knocks and marks to the exterior and some wear to the interior but overall it is clean and tidy and displays well. It has been cleaned and gently polished and is ready for use.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £8

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Victorian Papier Mache Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228190
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole.

Victorian Papier Mache Lacquered Stationery Box

Archive II A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View II
Archive III A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View III
Archive IV A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View IV
Archive V A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View V
Archive VI A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View VI
Archive VII A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View VII
Archive VIII A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View VIII
Archive IX A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View IX
Archive X A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole. View X
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A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole.
Victorian Papier Mache Lacquered Stationery Box
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A black lacquered Victorian papier-mache stationery box featuring mother-of-pearl flower inlays on the lid and gilded corner scrollwork around a central brass keyhole.
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During the 19th century, papier-mache became a widespread material in Britain for producing lightweight furniture and decorative homewares, which were treated with black lacquer, painted motifs, and iridescent mother-of-pearl inlays inspired by East Asian lacquerware.

Craftsmen layered paper sheets saturated with adhesive into moulds before heat-curing them into a dense, solid material. The dried form was turned, polished, coated with asphaltum-based varnish, decorated with shell or gold leaf, and protected beneath lacquer coats.

Authentic 19th-century papier-mache exhibits fine crazing across its dark lacquered finish, accompanied by hand-cut mother-of-pearl decoration set flush with the surface and gilded line work showing subtle surface rub consistent with handling.

An antique lacquered box functions effectively as a decorative accent on a desk, sideboard, or coffee table, adding historical contrast and functional storage for modern stationery or small accessories.

Dust the surface regularly using a clean, soft, dry microfibre cloth. Avoid water, harsh solvents, or wax polishes, as moisture can seep through hairline cracks in the lacquer, degrading the internal paper layers and loosening shell inlays.
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