Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
The lid opens to reveal the original fitted interior in perfect condition; it is lined in original velvet and silver braid, as is the interior of the lid. 16ins high; 10ins wide; 12ins deep. (40 x 25 x 30cms)
This earlier form of interior fitting is more practical nowadays; later apertures cut into wood often will not accommodate certain cutlery items.
Quiet Street Antiques of Bath has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
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