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Mosaic Inlaid Tunbridge Ware 1850
Michael Johnson Antiques
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Mosaic Inlaid Tunbridge Ware 1850

19th century
Description

A collectors pristine condition mosaic and tunbridge ware inlaid box with a dome top to the lid. It’s a splendid example. The two main woods to the lid are satinwood and rosewood. The interior is also satinwood. An early example dating 1850 and comes with a fully functioning lock and key.

Materials;

Satinwood and rosewood

Age;

1850

Size;

Length; 24.5cm

Width; 10cm

Height; 7cm

Reference Number; 7189b

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
24.5cm (9.65")
Declaration

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Antique Tunbridge Ware Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA969758
Dealers Internal Reference
7189b
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Description
A collectors pristine condition mosaic and tunbridge ware inlaid box with a dome top to the lid. It’s a splendid example. The two main woods to the lid are satinwood and rosewood. The interior is also satinwood. An early example dating 1850 and comes with a fully functioning lock and key.

Materials;

Satinwood and rosewood

Age;

1850

Size;

Length; 24.5cm

Width; 10cm

Height; 7cm

Reference Number; 7189b

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
24.5cm (9.65")
Date of Manufacture

Michael Johnson Antiques has dated this Antique Tunbridge Ware Box to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA969758
Dealers Internal Ref
7189b
Michael Johnson Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014
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Michael Johnson Antiques

Telephone 07985 789 670
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Ashford
Middlesex
South West London
United Kingdom
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Michael Johnson Antiques
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A rectangular dark wood box featuring intricate geometric mosaic inlays across the lid and sides with a key inserted in the front lock.
Mosaic Inlaid Tunbridge Ware 1850
Ref: SA969758
A rectangular dark wood box featuring intricate geometric mosaic inlays across the lid and sides with a key inserted in the front lock.
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FAQs

Tunbridge ware is a form of decorative inlaid woodwork manufactured primarily in and around Tunbridge Wells in Kent, England, during the 18th and 19th centuries. It features intricate mosaic patterns created from small strips or veneers of differently coloured woods assembled to form geometric designs or pictorial scenes.

Craftsmen utilised various natural woods including native species like holly, sycamore, boxwood, walnut, and cherry, alongside imported exotic woods such as rosewood and ebony. The distinct geometric tessellations were constructed by gluing thin wooden rods together into blocks before slicing them horizontally into veneer sheets.

Authentic pieces display distinct wooden mosaic tessellations showing end-grain or side-grain timber patterns rather than painted or printed designs. Key indicators include precise joinery, original brass hardware, natural colour variation from wood oxidation, and gentle wear consistent with age along handling edges.

A decorative wooden box can be placed atop a sideboard, desk, or stack of art books on a coffee table to introduce texture and historic craftsmanship. It functions both as an accent piece and as practical storage for small items like jewellery, stationery, or keys.

Keep the box away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and high humidity to prevent the thin timber veneers from drying out or lifting. Clean gently with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a thin layer of high-quality beeswax polish occasionally to nourish the timber.
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