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Charming Quality Antique 19th Century Brass and Coromandel Vanity Box
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Charming Quality Antique 19th Century Brass and Coromandel Vanity Box

19th century
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Charming quality antique 19th century brass mounted coromandel vanity box, having a quality 19th century coromandel vanity box with brass mounts, having a lift up lid opening to reveal fitted interior with various bottles and jars with silver plated tops, having a lift-out tray revealing a storage compartment.

With working lock and key.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Declaration

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Victorian Coromandel Vanity Box to the 1860s.

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SA1240132
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Description
Charming quality antique 19th century brass mounted coromandel vanity box, having a quality 19th century coromandel vanity box with brass mounts, having a lift up lid opening to reveal fitted interior with various bottles and jars with silver plated tops, having a lift-out tray revealing a storage compartment.

With working lock and key.

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Date of Manufacture

Unique Antiques by Emma Jade has dated this Victorian Coromandel Vanity Box to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1240132
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Unique Antiques by Emma Jade
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key.
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Archive I A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key.

Charming Quality Antique 19th Century Brass and Coromandel Vanity Box

Archive II A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key. View II
Archive III A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key. View III
Archive IV A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key. View IV
Archive V A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key. View V
Archive VI A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key. View VI
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Unique Antiques by Emma Jade

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A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key.
Charming quality antique 19th century brass and coromandel vanity box
Ref: SA1240132
A rectangular dark coromandel wood vanity box featuring polished brass edges, a central brass cartouche on the lid, and a brass keyhole with an inserted key.
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  • ObjectBoxes & Cases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCoromandel, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsBrass edging, Brass cartouche, Escutcheon with key, Striped grain pattern
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

This Victorian gentleman's library vanity box originates from 1860. It takes the form of a rectangular chest measuring 14 cm high, 30 cm wide, and 22 cm deep. The construction employs dark brown coromandel wood displaying a distinct striped grain pattern, complemented by polished brass edging, a central rectangular brass cartouche on the lid, and an escutcheon fitted with a working key. The lid lifts to reveal an interior fitted with storage compartments, bottles, and jars, along with a lift-out tray. Practical placement includes a top surface such as a sideboard or dresser within a bedroom, study, or living space. The piece holds everyday personal items or vanity accessories while maintaining a period display presence.

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A Victorian coromandel vanity box is a 19th-century tabletop storage chest designed for personal grooming accessories, jewellery, or cosmetics. These items were constructed using coromandel, a dense hardwood with distinct dark brown and black striped figure, often accented with brass fittings.

19th-century vanity boxes were typically constructed from exotic timbers such as coromandel, rosewood, or mahogany. The exteriors were frequently reinforced with brass edging, inlaid brass cartouches, and steel or brass locks, while the interiors contained velvet, silk, or leather linings.

Authentic pieces exhibit the natural, contrasting grain of coromandel timber, which ranges from hazel brown to black stripes. Original period examples feature hand-cut joinery, flush brass hardware, and period-appropriate locking mechanisms, often accompanied by natural surface patination.

An antique vanity box functions well as a decorative focal point on a sideboard, desk, or bedside table. Its dark wood and metal accents pair effectively with contemporary marble, glass, or polished plaster surfaces to add historic contrast.

Dust the wood regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish periodically to protect the timber. Avoid abrasive cleaners on the brass hardware, as gentle dusting preserves the natural patination.
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