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Rare and Exquisite 19th-century Boulle Brass-inlaid Tortoiseshell Page Turner
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Rare and Exquisite 19th-century Boulle Brass-inlaid Tortoiseshell Page Turner

19th century
Sold 15 December 2025 · Lee Sherman Antiques
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Rare and Exquisite 19th-Century Boulle Brass-Inlaid Tortoiseshell Page Turner

A striking example of 19th-century craftsmanship, this rare Boulle page turner features finely executed brass inlay set against richly coloured tortoiseshell. The piece displays exceptional surface quality and tonal depth, reflecting the opulence associated with Boulle work of the period.

In fabulous condition, it presents beautifully and would make a distinguished addition to any refined writing desk, study, or collection of fine objets de vertu.

Elegant, tactile, and superbly made — a true showcase piece.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated this Antique Boulle Page Turner to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
2.8cm (1.10")
Reference Numbers
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SA1184869
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Rare and Exquisite 19th-Century Boulle Brass-Inlaid Tortoiseshell Page Turner
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A striking example of 19th-century craftsmanship, this rare Boulle page turner features finely executed brass inlay set against richly coloured tortoiseshell.
Lee Sherman Antiques

The piece displays exceptional surface quality and tonal depth, reflecting the opulence associated with Boulle work of the period.

fig 1. An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell.
fig 1. Rare and Exquisite 19th-century Boulle Brass-inlaid Tortoiseshell Page Turner

In fabulous condition, it presents beautifully and would make a distinguished addition to any refined writing desk, study, or collection of fine objets de vertu.

Elegant, tactile, and superbly made — a true showcase piece.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Sherman Antiques has dated this Antique Boulle Page Turner to the 19th Century.

Height
25.5cm (10.04")
Width
2.8cm (1.10")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1184869
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Archive I An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare and Exquisite 19th-century Boulle Brass-inlaid Tortoiseshell Page Turner

Archive II An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View II
Archive III An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View III
Archive IV An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View IV
Archive V An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View V
Archive VI An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View VI
Archive VII An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View VII
Archive VIII An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View VIII
Archive IX An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View IX
Archive X An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View X
Archive XI An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View XI
Archive XII An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell. View XII
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St Albans
Hertfordshire
United Kingdom
Verified Since Oct 2019
Items For Sale 59
Items Sold 820
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An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell.
Rare and Exquisite 19th-Century Boulle Brass-Inlaid Tortoiseshell Page Turner
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An elongated antique page turner featuring intricate brass marquetry inlaid into amber-toned tortoiseshell.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialTortoiseshell, Brass
  • ColourAmber Brown
  • MotifsBoulle marquetry, Foliate scrollwork, Brass inlay, Tapered silhouette
  • SizeH 25.5 cm (10 in) x W 2.8 cm (1 in)

Boulle work is a traditional marquetry technique involving the inlay of brass and tortoiseshell, popularized in late seventeenth-century France by Andre-Charles Boulle and revived during the nineteenth century.

Traditional page turners from this period were crafted from a variety of luxury materials including tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl, ivory, bone, and exotic hardwoods, frequently embellished with brass or silver inlay.

Authentication involves examining the precision of the metal inlay, the organic patterning and natural ageing of the tortoiseshell, and the manufacturing marks or hand-finishing details characteristic of nineteenth-century craftsmanship.

These decorative objects add a layer of historic character and refined detail when displayed on a coffee table, bookshelf, or traditional desk, often styled atop stacks of art books.

Conservation requires keeping items out of direct sunlight to prevent warping and discolouration, dusting gently with a soft microfibre cloth, and avoiding chemical solvents or excessive moisture.
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