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Exceptional Birmingham 1908 Silver and Tortoiseshell Jewellery Box by Famed Maker Henry Matthews.
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Exceptional Birmingham 1908 Silver and Tortoiseshell Jewellery Box by Famed Maker Henry Matthews.

1900 - 1920
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Superb Birmingham 1908 English hallmarked solid silver and tortoiseshell oval jewellery box of larger than usual size, made by very well regarded maker Henry Matthews, specialist maker of such items.

The applied foliate border on the hinged lid surrounds a wonderful central oval tortoiseshell plaque having a profuse silver pique inlaid design of garlands, swags and a central vase. The colours of the shell vary from dark to blonde. The interior is lined in the original velvet, and it stands on 4 beautifully made feet having lovely bold foliate surmounted pierced knees over cabriole legs.

Size- approximately 3 7/8 inches long by 2 7/8 inches wide by 1 5/8 inches high.

Weight-120 grams.

A stunning and perfectly formed Edwardian period piece for the dressing table or desk which also makes a wonderful and romantic gift.

This is one of the nicer examples, also larger than most found, and perfect for jewellery, trinkets or rings.

In very good condition with very clear hallmarks, superior craftsmanship and wonderful colour.

See the tortoiseshell and silver hand mirror which was acquired with the same service. Brushes and other items are also available if desired.

Delight the special someone in your life, with an antique gift of love.

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Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

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SA143009
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6179
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Superb Birmingham 1908 English hallmarked solid silver and tortoiseshell oval jewellery box of larger than usual size, made by very well regarded maker Henry Matthews, specialist maker of such items.
The applied foliate border on the hinged lid surrounds a wonderful central oval tortoiseshell plaque having a profuse silver pique inlaid design of garlands, swags and a central vase.
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The colours of the shell vary from dark to blonde. The interior is lined in the original velvet, and it stands on 4 beautifully made feet having lovely bold foliate surmounted pierced knees over cabriole legs.

fig 1. Exceptional Birmingham 1908 silver and tortoiseshell jewellery box by famed maker Henry Matthews.
fig 1. Exceptional Birmingham 1908 Silver and Tortoiseshell Jewellery Box by Famed Maker Henry Matthews.

Size- approximately 3 7/8 inches long by 2 7/8 inches wide by 1 5/8 inches high.

Weight-120 grams.

A stunning and perfectly formed Edwardian period piece for the dressing table or desk which also makes a wonderful and romantic gift.

fig 2. Exceptional Birmingham 1908 silver and tortoiseshell jewellery box by famed maker Henry Matthews.
fig 2. Exceptional Birmingham 1908 Silver and Tortoiseshell Jewellery Box by Famed Maker Henry Matthews.

This is one of the nicer examples, also larger than most found, and perfect for jewellery, trinkets or rings.

In very good condition with very clear hallmarks, superior craftsmanship and wonderful colour.

fig 3. Exceptional Birmingham 1908 silver and tortoiseshell jewellery box by famed maker Henry Matthews.
fig 3. Exceptional Birmingham 1908 Silver and Tortoiseshell Jewellery Box by Famed Maker Henry Matthews.

See the tortoiseshell and silver hand mirror which was acquired with the same service. Brushes and other items are also available if desired.

Delight the special someone in your life, with an antique gift of love.

Date of Manufacture

Serpentine Antiques has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA143009
Dealers Internal Ref
6179
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St. Georges Rd
Runfold
Farnham
Surrey
GU9 9HR
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Exceptional Birmingham 1908 silver and tortoiseshell jewellery box by famed maker Henry Matthews.
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