Magnificent George III Amboyna Wood Jewellery Box C.1790 by John Godwin

Name: Magnificent George III Amboyna Wood Jewellery Box C.1790 by John Godwin
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA366956
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Puckerings

Description

A magnificent Sheraton jewellery box of octagonal form made from Amboyna with a delicate inlaid marquetry laurel border. The box retains the original swing handles to either side. Once opened the fitted interior is revealed. It has been professionally re-lined to create a very usable interior with a fresh finish incorporating two original little wooden boxes with sliding lids, a ring bank running in between to accommodate around six rings and a removable tray.

The paper lining is original and has been retained and has the original London makers label to the inside of the lid - Godwin, Jeweller - Pocket-book -maker to his Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales, No. 161 Strand.

Ready to serve for the next two hundred years, this heirloom example remains in excellent condition. 10 1/4" across x 6 1/2" tall.

Item ID:36976

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Declaration

Puckerings has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

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SA366956

Dealers Internal Reference

36976

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Description

fig 1. Magnificent George III Amboyna Wood Jewellery Box c.1790 by John Godwin — fig 1. Magnificent George III Amboyna Wood Jewellery Box C.1790 by John Godwin

The paper lining is original and has been retained and has the original London makers label to the inside of the lid - Godwin, Jeweller - Pocket-book -maker to his Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales, No. 161 Strand.