Regency Mahogany Inlaid Workbox

Name: Regency Mahogany Inlaid Workbox
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA541262
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Hingstons of Wilton

Description

Regency mahogany inlaid workbox

This Regency mahogany inlaid workbox would have been made circa 1810

Made of a superbly chosen cut of timber, this workbox (formerly a tea poy) is a magnificent statement piece.

Originally made to store tea, that at the time was a very precious valuable commodity, and was locked away to keep from being pilfered by the staff. Only the owner and butler would have keys to this item.

In time tea became less expensive and the thought of locking away tea has become amusing, but in the Regency period, it was a serious consideration. Hence these items were made to be displayed in prominent areas to show the owners success and wealth by having the financial muscle to have the precious tea.

In the early part of the 20thc,the interior was changed and made into the workbox, something that is more practical for modern living.

The box is supported by 4 ring turned supports set at an angle, going down to the inlaid platform base.

The platform has the four legs that support the table coming from it, that are inlaid. The legs have brass paws with castors under.

To each end there is lion head ring handle inset inside the ebony moulding.

UK mainland delivery £60+vat

61cms wide (at base) (24ins)

76.5cms high (30ins)

30cms deep (12ins)

Physical Dimensions

Height

76cm (29.92")

Width

61cm (24.02")

Depth

30cm (11.81")

Declaration

Hingstons of Wilton has dated this piece to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA541262

Dealers Notes

PRICE MATCHING

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Beware of cheaper imitations.

DISTANCE SELLING REGULATIONS

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Description

Regency mahogany inlaid workbox

This Regency mahogany inlaid workbox would have been made circa 1810

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Made of a superbly chosen cut of timber, this workbox (formerly a tea poy) is a magnificent statement piece.

Hingstons of Wilton

fig 1. Regency mahogany inlaid workbox — fig 1. Regency Mahogany Inlaid Workbox

Originally made to store tea, that at the time was a very precious valuable commodity, and was locked away to keep from being pilfered by the staff. Only the owner and butler would have keys to this item.

fig 2. Regency mahogany inlaid workbox — fig 2. Regency Mahogany Inlaid Workbox

In time tea became less expensive and the thought of locking away tea has become amusing, but in the Regency period, it was a serious consideration. Hence these items were made to be displayed in prominent areas to show the owners success and wealth by having the financial muscle to have the precious tea.