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Large Georgian Mahogany Cultery 2 Division Box

Name: Large Georgian Mahogany Cultery 2 Division Box
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1078456
Price: 175 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

18th century

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Sold 14 November 2024 · Mike Melody Antiques

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A good untouched georgian mahogany cultery 2 division tray.

It measures 39cmsw 29cms d and max22cms h

Beautifully made (check the dovetails) . A real country house /cottage piece

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Cutlery Box to the 18th Century.

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Description

A good untouched georgian mahogany cultery 2 division tray.

It measures 39cmsw 29cms d and max22cms h

Beautifully made (check the dovetails) . A real country house /cottage piece

UK delivery included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada/cinoa members since 1985

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Cutlery Box to the 18th Century.

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SA1078456

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Mike Melody Antiques

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Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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A rectangular dark wood Georgian cutlery box with two internal divisions and a central shaped handle standing on a wooden surface.

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Mike Melody Antiques

Telephone 07534 226563

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Cheshire
United Kingdom

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ObjectCutlery Boxes
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany
ColourDark Brown
MotifsCentral pierced handle, Two internal divisions, Dovetailed corners, Stepped base moulding

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A Georgian cutlery box is a portable wooden container utilised in the 18th and early 19th centuries to hold and transport dining utensils to the table. These items typically feature internal divisions and a central upright handle for ease of carrying.

These utility boxes were predominantly constructed from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, selected for their durability and grain pattern. Joinery techniques from the period often included dovetail joints and pegged construction.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetail joints, period-appropriate timber patination, and tool marks consistent with manual woodworking. Examining the underside and interior surfaces reveals the lack of modern manufacturing indicators.

This piece functions effectively as a decorative tabletop container or organiser on a sideboard or kitchen island. Its rich timber tone adds historic character and textural contrast to contemporary spaces.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels away from direct heat sources to prevent timber splitting. Routine maintenance requires occasional application of traditional beeswax rather than modern chemical polishes.