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Victorian Silver Strung & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Rosewood Workbox
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Victorian Silver Strung & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Rosewood Workbox

19th century
For Sale by Y Not Antiques
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Victorian Silver strung & Mother of Pearl inlaid Rosewood workbox with fitted interior, pull out tray to side and key

All measurements are Width x Depth x Height from longest part.

Inches 12 x 9 x 7

cm 30.5 x 23 x 18

Declaration

Y Not Antiques has dated this Victorian Rosewood Workbox to the Victorian era.

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Description
Victorian Silver strung & Mother of Pearl inlaid Rosewood workbox with fitted interior, pull out tray to side and key

All measurements are Width x Depth x Height from longest part.

Inches 12 x 9 x 7

cm 30.5 x 23 x 18

Date of Manufacture

Y Not Antiques has dated this Victorian Rosewood Workbox to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA239940
Dealers Internal Ref
1345
Y Not Antiques
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A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid.
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Archive I A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid.

Victorian Silver Strung & Mother of Pearl Inlaid Rosewood Workbox

Archive II A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View II
Archive III A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View III
Archive IV A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View IV
Archive V A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View V
Archive VI A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View VII
Archive VIII A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View VIII
Archive IX A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View IX
Archive X A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View X
Archive XI A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid. View XI
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Y Not Antiques
Telephone 07976 530 596
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Y-Not House
Campden Road
Clifford Chambers
Stratford-Upon-Avon
Warwickshire
CV37 8LW
United Kingdom
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A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid.
Victorian Silver strung & Mother of Pearl inlaid Rosewood workbox
Ref: SA239940
A rectangular dark rosewood Victorian workbox featuring silver stringing, circular mother of pearl inlays, and a central monogrammed cartouche on the lid.
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  • ObjectBoxes & Caskets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRosewood, Mother of Pearl, Silver
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSilver stringing, Mother of pearl roundels, Central cartouche, Escutcheon and key

This Victorian workbox is formed from dark brown rosewood and features silver stringing along the rectangular edges, circular mother of pearl inlays at the corners and midpoints, and a central mother of pearl cartouche on the lid. The front includes a keyhole escutcheon fitted with a key and metal hardware visible on the exterior, while the surface shows minor signs of age and wear. The structure incorporates a fitted interior and a pull out tray to the side, measuring 30.5 cm wide by 23 cm deep by 18 cm high. In a modern interior, this box sits suitably on an office desk or library table to store small personal items, stationery or keepsakes. The compact lidded vessel brings period character to a workspace or display surface while offering practical enclosed storage.

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A Victorian workbox is a small, decorative wooden storage chest produced during the 19th century, designed primarily to hold sewing, embroidery, and writing materials. These items were popular household accessories crafted to showcase fine woodworking techniques such as veneering and inlay.

Victorian workboxes were typically constructed using imported exotic hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut. Decorative elements often incorporated brass, silver stringing, mother-of-pearl, tortoise shell, or ivory inlays.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-cut joinery, thin timber veneers over solid pine or oak carcases, and period-correct lock plates. Natural age-related patina, slight shrinkage marks in the wood, and hand-engraved metal or mother-of-pearl details also assist in identification.

An antique workbox serves as a functional accent on a desk, sideboard, or bookshelf for storing stationary or small items. Its dark timber tones contrast effectively with minimalist palettes and modern brass or stone surfaces.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting or veneer lifting. Clean surfaces using a dry, soft microfibre cloth, and apply a natural beeswax polish occasionally while avoiding harsh chemical cleaners.
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