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A Georgian Mahogany Inlaid Netting Box
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A Georgian Mahogany Inlaid Netting Box

18th century
Sold 19 June 2025 · Opus Antiques
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A fine Georgian mahogany inlaid netting box with an inlaid flower on the lid. The box is lined with the original silk lining and has a fitted ratchet and some metal tools inside. The drawer below is also lined with silk and is lead weighted.

The box measures 21cm w x 12.5cm d x 8.5cm h

Netting was popular from the mid 1700s. It required special tools similar to crochet hooks, and involved creating a series of loops which could be enlarged, reduced and alternated to create patterns. Ladies netted purses, lace edgings and cloaks.

Even Jane Austen mentioned this passtime in Northanger Abbey "Miss Andrews is netting herself the sweetest cloak you can concieve".

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Netting Box to the Georgian era.

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A fine Georgian mahogany inlaid netting box with an inlaid flower on the lid.
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 The box is lined with the original silk lining and has a fitted ratchet and some metal tools inside.
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The drawer below is also lined with silk and is lead weighted.

fig 1. A rectangular Georgian mahogany netting box featuring floral marquetry on the lid and a small brass keyhole escutcheon on the front.
fig 1. A Georgian Mahogany Inlaid Netting Box

The box measures 21cm w x 12.5cm d x 8.5cm h

Netting was popular from the mid 1700s. It required special tools similar to crochet hooks, and involved creating a series of loops which could be enlarged, reduced and alternated to create patterns. Ladies netted purses, lace edgings and cloaks.

Even Jane Austen mentioned this passtime in Northanger Abbey "Miss Andrews is netting herself the sweetest cloak you can concieve".

Date of Manufacture

Opus Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Netting Box to the Georgian era.

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SA938395
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Antique treen, boxes & decorative georgian items

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A rectangular Georgian mahogany netting box featuring floral marquetry on the lid and a small brass keyhole escutcheon on the front.
A Georgian Mahogany Inlaid Netting Box
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A rectangular Georgian mahogany netting box featuring floral marquetry on the lid and a small brass keyhole escutcheon on the front.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsFloral marquetry, Veneer banding, Drop handles

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Netting boxes originated during the Georgian period when decorative needlework and lacemaking were popular pastimes among the gentry, requiring specialised containers to store tools and silk threads.

These boxes were typically crafted from dense hardwoods like mahogany, featuring meticulous marquetry, contrasting veneer banding, and hand-cut dovetail joints.

Authentic pieces exhibit period-correct joinery, hand-carved or inlaid decorative motifs, aged patination on the timber, and original brass or steel hardware fittings.

Placed on a surface like a side table or console, it adds textural warmth and historical contrast to contemporary minimalist or transitional living spaces.

Maintain timber condition by keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources, occasionally treating the wood with microcrystalline wax to nourish the surface.
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