Victorian Rosewood Vanity Dressing Jewellery Box Mother of Pearl Secret Drawer C1860

An attractive and substantial Victorian rosewood fitted vanity and travelling dressing case, dating to circa 1860, retaining an impressive selection of period glassware, decorative metal fittings and personal grooming accessories.

The rectangular rosewood case displays a rich, warm colour and attractive natural grain, with an oval mother-of-pearl cartouche inset into the hinged lid. The interior is fitted with deep green velvet and divided into individual compartments for the original-style glass bottles, jars and dressing accessories.

Of particular interest are the two decorative silver-coloured metal containers with finely pierced floral and foliate decoration, together with several glass jars fitted with circular metal covers and additional bottles with substantial faceted glass stoppers.

The case also retains a selection of period grooming implements, including two beautifully carved mother-of-pearl-handled accessories, a further mother-of-pearl-handled implement, a corkscrew and a small pair of steel scissors.

A concealed folding panel reveals a mirror, while the lower section houses a full-width secret drawer with three green velvet-lined compartments, originally intended for jewellery and other personal possessions.

A fine example of Victorian fitted dressing-case craftsmanship, combining practical travelling storage with the decorative elegance associated with 19th-century personal accessories.

Condition: Good antique condition commensurate with age and use. The rosewood exterior displays surface scratches, marks and some edge wear. The green velvet lining shows age-related wear and fading, while the mirror has deterioration to its reflective surface. Several glass containers have small chips, and one has a slight crack. The metal fittings display surface scratching, tarnishing and general wear. Some original accessories are no longer present. No key is included. The metal fittings have not been tested for silver content.

Dimensions: 29 cm wide × 21.5 cm deep × 16 cm high.

Weight: Just under 3 kg.

Period: Victorian, circa 1860.

Origin: Probably English.

An appealing collector’s piece, suitable for display, an antique dressing table or a collection of Victorian boxes and personal accessories.

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Condition descriptions are based on external observation only. The interior, underside of the base, and any internal cavities or consecration materials have not been examined. No technical analysis (including XRF, thermoluminescence, or metallurgical testing) has been performed.

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