Victorian Rosewood Inlaid Box 19th Century

Name: Victorian Box, in Rosewood C 1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA877524
Price: 360 GBP
Availability: InStock

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A rectangular dark reddish-brown rosewood box featuring fine wood marquetry around the keyhole, a top brass ring handle, and brass ball feet.

Victorian box, in rosewood C 1880

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Victorian rosewood boxes were popular decorative storage pieces crafted during the 19th century, often used for jewellery, sewing items, or documents. They typically feature rich, dark timber with distinct grain patterns and fine inlaid ornamentation.

These boxes were predominantly constructed from solid or veneered rosewood, prized for its dense grain and deep reddish-brown tone. They frequently incorporated brass fittings, mother-of-pearl or boxwood marquetry, and fabric or paper linings.

Authentic pieces generally display hand-cut dovetail joints, natural oxidisation on brass fittings, and genuine rosewood grain characteristics. Keyholes usually show period-appropriate brass escutcheons, and the interior framing often reveals aged pine or mahogany secondary woods.

Display the box on a console table, bookshelf, or dressing table as a functional accent piece. Its dark wood tones pair well with contemporary neutral palettes, brass decor, and textured linens to bridge traditional and modern aesthetics.

Keep the box away from direct sunlight, central heating sources, and damp environments to prevent wood cracking or veneer lifting. Dust gently with a soft microfiber cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish sparingly along the grain.

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Victorian Box, in Rosewood C 1880