It was listed by Puckerings. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1860s.
The top is inlaid with exceptionally pretty Mother of Pearl flowers and leaves, each engraved and inked to create a really life-like decoration; all strung together with stems created form fine pewter stringing.
The interior has been relined in an attractive hand-marbled paper, creating a clean and fresh finish ready for use.
The key is original but the lock not quite working, it is not catching when the pin moves across. Nevertheless creates a most attractive finished look with the Burgundy coloured tassel.
Excellent condition, measuring 9 1/4" x 6 1/2" x 3 1/4" tall.
Item ID: 34021
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1860s.
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Antique French Jewellery or Table Box - Pretty Mother of Pearl Inlay C.1860
