Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1750s.
The serpentine shaped lid, with its chequer-strung border and oval 'batswing' paterae to the centre, opens to reveal the stunning interior, fitted for six large knives and forks; six small knives and forks and six spoons, plus serving items, within a matrix of finely inlaid divisions.
A good example.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the 1750s.
Fine antiques at sensible prices
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George III Fitted "Knife" or Cutlery Box
