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Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Coal Box
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Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Coal Box

19th century
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Antique Victorian quality rosewood marquetry inlaid coal box having a quality rosewood top supported by four turned columns above a quality rosewood marquetry inlaid coal box with a pull down front, original brass handle opening to reveal the original tin liner and standing on four turned feet

H 101.5cm

W 38.5cm

D 35.5cm

Date 1880

Physical Dimensions
Height
101.5cm (39.96")
Width
38.5cm (15.16")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Rosewood Coal Purdonium to the 1880s.

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SA933488
Dealers Internal Reference
1550
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Description
Antique Victorian quality rosewood marquetry inlaid coal box having a quality rosewood top supported by four turned columns above a quality rosewood marquetry inlaid coal box with a pull down front, original brass handle opening to reveal the original tin liner and standing on four turned feet

H 101.5cm

W 38.5cm

D 35.5cm

Date 1880

Height
101.5cm (39.96")
Width
38.5cm (15.16")
Depth
35.5cm (13.98")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Rosewood Coal Purdonium to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA933488
Dealers Internal Ref
1550
London City Antiques
London City Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2020

At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles.
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Archive I A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles.

Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Coal Box

Archive II A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View II
Archive III A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View III
Archive IV Scale Reference for A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles.
Archive V A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View V
Archive VI A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View VII
Archive VIII A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View VIII
Archive IX A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View IX
Archive X A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View X
Archive XI A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View XI
Archive XII A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View XII
Archive XIII A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View XIII
Archive XIV A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View XIV
Archive XV A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View XV
Archive XVI A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles. View XVI
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A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles.
Antique Victorian Quality Rosewood Marquetry Inlaid Coal Box
Ref: SA933488
A Victorian dark rosewood coal purdonium cabinet featuring floral marquetry inlay on the drop-front door, a brass handle, and two upper open shelves supported by turned spindles.
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A coal purdonium is a specialized nineteenth-century fireside storage cabinet designed to contain coal while concealing dust and debris in formal living spaces.

High-end Victorian coal boxes were constructed from dense hardwoods such as rosewood, walnut, or mahogany, often features brass fittings, internal zinc liners, and decorative marquetry inlays.

Authentic pieces feature period joinery such as dovetail joints, original brass carry handles, a drop-front door mechanism, and natural wear or oxidisation around the internal coal lining area.

These cabinets function effectively as unique fireside side tables, hallway storage for smaller items, or plant stands in contemporary interiors, adding visual weight and historical character.

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