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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.
The box is made from Burr Yew with it's beautiful nutty colour & highly decorative burl markings. The lid is finished with white metal pins and a swing handle.
The box comes complete with a taselled key which fits into the oval Mother of Pearl escutcheon to the front. A charming box in excellent condition, the lid measuring 6 3/8" x 4 1/4" x 2 5/8" tall.
Item ID: 34157
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Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.
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Antique French Palais Royale Sewing Box in Burr Yew - 800 Silver Contents C.1840
