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A Regency Penwork Box

19th century
Sold 31 March 2026 · The Antique Partnership
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Description

A Regency penwork box on original foliate brass feet. Profuse lacquered flower and vine with penwork decoration on all sides which is worn through use but the whole remains extremely attractive. Evidence or an old crack to the top but not obvious.Original brass side rings with fruit and shell . Ebony lock escutcheon. Original working brass lock WITH ORIGINAL KEY. The now void interior was probably fitted either as a work box or for playing cards but now lends itself for use as a jewellery box.

29.2 cm wide max 21.5 cm deep and stands 12 cm high

Overseas buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Regency Penwork Tea Caddy to the Regency era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
29.2cm (11.50")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA707444
Dealers Internal Reference
24008
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A Regency penwork box on original foliate brass feet.
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Profuse lacquered flower and vine with penwork decoration on all sides which is worn through use but the whole remains extremely attractive.
The Antique Partnership

Evidence or an old crack to the top but not obvious.Original brass side rings with fruit and shell . Ebony lock escutcheon. Original working brass lock WITH ORIGINAL KEY. The now void interior was probably fitted either as a work box or for playing cards but now lends itself for use as a jewellery box.

29.2 cm wide max 21.5 cm deep and stands 12 cm high

Overseas buyers please ask for shipping costs before purchasing.

Date of Manufacture

The Antique Partnership has dated this Regency Penwork Tea Caddy to the Regency era.

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
29.2cm (11.50")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA707444
Dealers Internal Ref
24008
The Antique Partnership
The Antique Partnership
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
Dealer Profile

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A Regency Penwork Box

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A rectangular Regency penwork box featuring intricate floral ink designs on a dark surface, elevated on decorative feet.
A Regency penwork box
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A rectangular Regency penwork box featuring intricate floral ink designs on a dark surface, elevated on decorative feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialWood, brass, ink
  • ColourBlack and gold
  • MotifsFloral scrollwork, Penwork illustration, Bracket feet
  • SizeH 12 cm (5 in) x W 29.2 cm (11 in) x D 21.5 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Regency penwork is a decorative technique involving ink drawing on wood, often highlighted with watercolour or tinted varnish, which gained popularity in England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

These boxes were typically made from native hardwoods such as beech, sycamore, or pine, which served as a smooth substrate for the intricate ink-work designs before being sealed with varnish.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-drawn ink details rather than printed transfers, often showing natural ageing, craquelure in the varnish, and period-appropriate hardware such as small brass key escutcheons.

Place the box on a surface such as a side table or mantelpiece to introduce historical texture, contrasting its intricate monochrome or sepia patterns against clean, modern architectural lines.

Keep the object away from direct sunlight to prevent the ink and wood from fading, and dust gently with a dry, soft cloth without applying liquid polishes or modern cleaning chemicals.
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