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Mahogany and Cedar Trinket Box C.1920
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Mahogany and Cedar Trinket Box C.1920

1900 - 1920
Description

A small sized trinket box made from mahogany wood around the sides and cedar wood on the top. It dates to c.1920. The interior is also made from cedar wood keeping a lovely fresh smell to the box, a charming piece.

Materials;

Mahogany and cedar wood

Age;

c.1920

Size;

Length; 19cm

Width; 10.5cm

Height; 6.5cm

Reference Number; 6317

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Declaration

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Mahogany Cedar Trinket Box to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA591100
Dealers Internal Reference
6317
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Description
A small sized trinket box made from mahogany wood around the sides and cedar wood on the top. It dates to c.1920. The interior is also made from cedar wood keeping a lovely fresh smell to the box, a charming piece.

Materials;

Mahogany and cedar wood

Age;

c.1920

Size;

Length; 19cm

Width; 10.5cm

Height; 6.5cm

Reference Number; 6317

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
19cm (7.48")
Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Mahogany Cedar Trinket Box to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA591100
Dealers Internal Ref
6317
Michael Johnson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014
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Archive I A rectangular polished mahogany trinket box with a hinged lid and smooth wood grain surface.

Mahogany and Cedar Trinket Box C.1920

Archive II A rectangular polished mahogany trinket box with a hinged lid and smooth wood grain surface. View II
Archive III A rectangular polished mahogany trinket box with a hinged lid and smooth wood grain surface. View III
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Archive VI A rectangular polished mahogany trinket box with a hinged lid and smooth wood grain surface. View VI
Archive VII A rectangular polished mahogany trinket box with a hinged lid and smooth wood grain surface. View VII
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Middlesex
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A rectangular polished mahogany trinket box with a hinged lid and smooth wood grain surface.
Mahogany and Cedar Trinket Box c.1920
Ref: SA591100
A rectangular polished mahogany trinket box with a hinged lid and smooth wood grain surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrinket Boxes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEarly 20th Century
  • MaterialMahogany, Cedar
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHinged lid, Bevelled edges, Polished finish, Straight grain
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 19 cm (7 in)

This early 20th century trinket box dates to c.1920 and belongs to the gentleman's library style. Constructed from mahogany around the sides and cedar on the top, the piece displays a polished finish with a warm brown colour and a straight wood grain. The rectangular form incorporates bevelled edges and a hinged lid, creating a neat silhouette designed to hold small personal items. Visible details include horizontal grain patterns across the front, clean mitred corners, and a subtle seam line running horizontally around the perimeter where the lid meets the base. Measuring 6.5 cm high, 10 cm wide, and 19 cm deep, the compact dimensions suit placement on an office desk, dressing table, or bookshelf. The practical container works well for organising cufflinks, keys, or stationery items while adding a traditional wooden accent to a room interior today.

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During the early twentieth century, small wooden boxes were commonly produced for tabletop storage of personal items, jewellery, and cufflinks. Craftsmen utilized fine hardwoods such as mahogany and cedar to create durable, functional pieces for dressing tables and writing desks.

Boxes from this era frequently featured solid mahogany, walnut, or oak exteriors paired with aromatic cedar linings. Cedar was specifically chosen for its natural moisture-absorbing and moth-repellent properties.

Authentic period boxes typically display natural age-related surface patina, original brass hardware or hinges, and fine woodworking techniques such as dovetailed corner joints or bevelled edges.

Place the box on an office desk, coffee table, or bedside table to act as a functional organiser for keys, coins, or small jewellery items. The warm wood tone balances modern minimalism and traditional decor.

Dust the exterior regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply natural beeswax polish periodically to maintain the woods luster. Keep the interior dry and store the piece away from direct sunlight and radiators to prevent warping.
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