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Napoleon III Inlaid Box by P Sormani

19th century
Description

A Jewellery box by P Sormani c.1860. Veneered in Amboyna with Ebonised detail. The top with exceptional inlay in Ebony, Tulipwood and brass.

Good original condition, some wear to corners as to be expected. Please examine photographs.

Cartouche has a few marks which may be the remains of engraved initials.

Internally nice a clean.

Working lock and key.

Lock engraved “ P. SORMANI Rue Temple 114 PARIS” where he was working between 1854 and 1867.

Additional photographs and information available on request.

FaceTime facility available.

Please be aware that the item is old and antique and study any photographs to satisfy yourself as to its condition as much as possible.

While we take all efforts to provide something that is fit for the use intended there many be various condition issues that are commensurate with age and considered part of its history, and are very subjective.

However, you have legal rights and Consumer Contract Regulations (2014) still apply for “Distance Selling “ if this is not a “face-to-face” purchase.

The advertised price includes packing and postage within mainland U.K. with Royal Mail’s 2nd Class Service. Special Delivery Tracked and Signed for Service can be requested.

Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied.

Monies will be refunded on safe return of the item to us in the same condition as purchased, and within 14 days.

Please be aware that a deduction may be made if the value of goods has been reduced while in your possession. (See Consumer Contract Regulations 2014)

Otherwise you will only have to pay

a) the cost of returning it to us.

b) any extra cost above basic delivery costs (see above) For example the additional costs for Special Delivery services with Royal Mail over basic 2nd Class postage.

Other terms and conditions may apply. Please see our website or enquire.

Physical Dimensions
Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Merchant House Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA741670
Dealers Internal Reference
R/0920/TT
Dealers Notes

Overseas / USA enquiries welcome, please contact us direct for competitive shipping quotes.

Description
A Jewellery box by P Sormani c.1860. Veneered in Amboyna with Ebonised detail. The top with exceptional inlay in Ebony, Tulipwood and brass.

Good original condition, some wear to corners as to be expected. Please examine photographs.

fig 1. NAPOLEON III INLAID BOX BY P SORMANI
fig 1. Napoleon III Inlaid Box by P Sormani

Cartouche has a few marks which may be the remains of engraved initials.

Internally nice a clean.

Working lock and key.

Lock engraved “ P. SORMANI Rue Temple 114 PARIS” where he was working between 1854 and 1867.

fig 2. NAPOLEON III INLAID BOX BY P SORMANI
fig 2. Napoleon III Inlaid Box by P Sormani

Additional photographs and information available on request.

FaceTime facility available.

Please be aware that the item is old and antique and study any photographs to satisfy yourself as to its condition as much as possible.
Merchant House Antiques
fig 3. NAPOLEON III INLAID BOX BY P SORMANI
fig 3. Napoleon III Inlaid Box by P Sormani

While we take all efforts to provide something that is fit for the use intended there many be various condition issues that are commensurate with age and considered part of its history, and are very subjective.

fig 4. NAPOLEON III INLAID BOX BY P SORMANI
fig 4. Napoleon III Inlaid Box by P Sormani

However, you have legal rights and Consumer Contract Regulations (2014) still apply for “Distance Selling “ if this is not a “face-to-face” purchase.

The advertised price includes packing and postage within mainland U.K. with Royal Mail’s 2nd Class Service. Special Delivery Tracked and Signed for Service can be requested.

fig 5. NAPOLEON III INLAID BOX BY P SORMANI
fig 5. Napoleon III Inlaid Box by P Sormani

Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied.

Monies will be refunded on safe return of the item to us in the same condition as purchased, and within 14 days.

Please be aware that a deduction may be made if the value of goods has been reduced while in your possession. (See Consumer Contract Regulations 2014)

fig 6. NAPOLEON III INLAID BOX BY P SORMANI
fig 6. Napoleon III Inlaid Box by P Sormani

Otherwise you will only have to pay

a) the cost of returning it to us.

b) any extra cost above basic delivery costs (see above) For example the additional costs for Special Delivery services with Royal Mail over basic 2nd Class postage.

Other terms and conditions may apply. Please see our website or enquire.

Height
12cm (4.72")
Width
22cm (8.66")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Merchant House Antiques has dated this piece to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA741670
Dealers Internal Ref
R/0920/TT
Merchant House Antiques
Merchant House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2008

4th generation of antiques specialists. Expert in quality 19th century european furniture - specialists in farmhouse tables.

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Verified Since Apr 2008
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