C19th Napoleonic Prisoner of War Straw Covered Box

19th century

Sold by I M Chaney Antique Furniture

Description

Best quality straw work prisoner of war box, made by the prisoners and sold at the prison gates to provide an income for the inmates, these incredibly delicate and beautiful works of art are a testament to their amazing craftsmanship.

This box like most of the others in existance show several areas of wear and damage its only when you lift the lid then the original colours jump out.

measuring

height 4 3/8 inches

Width 9 3/4 inches

depth 7 inches

Physical Dimensions

Height

12.7cm (5.00")

Width

25.4001cm (10.00")

Depth

17.78cm (7.00")

Declaration

I M Chaney Antique Furniture has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA376282

Dealers Notes

Delivery can easily be arranged for this item smaller items are generally sent free of charge to the uk, larger items can be sent via a courier, I keep this service as cheap as possible, the larger items are picked up and delivered to you within 7-10 days should you require a quicker delivery expect to pay at least double the normal cost.

If you are unhappy with any item I offer a full money back guarantee once the item is safely back in my possession and undamaged as a result of misuse. Please feel free to ring me with any queries you may have, I'm always happy to discuss anything to do with antiques !!

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This box like most of the others in existance show several areas of wear and damage its only when you lift the lid then the original colours jump out.

I M Chaney Antique Furniture

measuring

height 4 3/8 inches

Width 9 3/4 inches