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Rosewood Ladies Vanity Box
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Rosewood Ladies Vanity Box

1900 - 1920
For Sale by AJD Antiques
Description

From the Edwardian period before the First World War, this elegant rosewood vanity or dressing chest is in fabulous original condition, complete with all its accoutrements, two glass jars with silver plated caps, two glass bottles with stoppers, a four piece silver manicure set (WG Sothers&Co, Birmingham 1912), various compartments with mother of pearl knobs , a drop down flap in the lid for storing letters, a removable tray and a brass pin spring released ring or coin tray in the base. Plus a key and working lock.

Size:

Width - 11" (28cm)

Depth - 8" (20cm)

Height - 6.75" (17cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Declaration

AJD Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Vanity Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA659788
Dealers Internal Reference
28971
Description
From the Edwardian period before the First World War, this elegant rosewood vanity or dressing chest is in fabulous original condition, complete with all its accoutrements, two glass jars with silver plated caps, two glass bottles with stoppers, a four piece silver manicure set (WG Sothers&Co, Birmingham 1912), various compartments with mother of pearl knobs , a drop down flap in the lid for storing letters, a removable tray and a brass pin spring released ring or coin tray in the base. Plus a key and working lock.

Size:

Width - 11" (28cm)

Depth - 8" (20cm)

Height - 6.75" (17cm)

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
28cm (11.02")
Depth
20cm (7.87")
Date of Manufacture

AJD Antiques has dated this Antique Rosewood Vanity Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA659788
Dealers Internal Ref
28971
AJD Antiques
AJD Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2010

Founder of ajd antiques, jonathan dyas has a life-long passion for sourcing and returning to the market an eclectic range of antiques.

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An open rosewood vanity box lined with vibrant blue velvet, containing cut glass jars, silver-plated lids, and manicure tools.
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Archive I An open rosewood vanity box lined with vibrant blue velvet, containing cut glass jars, silver-plated lids, and manicure tools.

Rosewood Ladies Vanity Box

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An open rosewood vanity box lined with vibrant blue velvet, containing cut glass jars, silver-plated lids, and manicure tools.
Rosewood Ladies Vanity Box
Ref: SA659788
An open rosewood vanity box lined with vibrant blue velvet, containing cut glass jars, silver-plated lids, and manicure tools.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectVanity Box
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRosewood, Glass, Velvet, Brass, Silver Plate
  • ColourRich Brown, Cobalt Blue
  • MotifsFitted compartments, Blue velvet lining, Cut glass jars, Brass escutcheon
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 28 cm (11 in) x D 20 cm (8 in)

This Edwardian ladies vanity box is manufactured from rich brown rosewood with polished timber surfaces and a brass escutcheon on the front. The hinged lid opens to reveal an interior lined with cobalt blue velvet, fitted compartments with mother-of-pearl knobs, two cut-glass jars with silver-plated caps, two glass bottles with stoppers, and a four-piece manicure set. The timber displays natural grain variations consistent with its age, and a working lock with a key secures the chest. Measuring 17 cm high, 28 cm wide, and 20 cm deep, the box fits comfortably on a bedside table, dressing table, or chest of drawers in a bedroom. In a modern home, this piece serves as a decorative storage container for jewellery, small accessories, or daily trinkets. The compact proportions allow placement in various interior settings while keeping valuables organised inside the compartments. The combination of dark wood, vibrant blue velvet upholstery, and gleaming glass creates a functional display object that complements both traditional and contemporary room schemes.

FAQs

A Victorian vanity box, also known as a dressing case or toilet box, was designed during the 19th century to store personal grooming items, cosmetics, glass bottles, and jewellery for travel or bedroom storage.

These boxes were typically constructed from polished exotic woods such as rosewood, walnut, or mahogany, lined with velvet or silk, and contained cut glass jars topped with silver or silver-plated lids.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, period brass hardware such as keyhole escutcheons and inset hinges, tailored compartment dividers, and original glass containers fitted to the interior.

Place the box open or closed on a bedside table, dressing table, or sideboard to serve as decorative storage for modern accessories and small items.

Dust the exterior wood regularly using a soft microfibre cloth, apply natural beeswax polish sparingly, and vacuum the velvet interior carefully using a low-suction attachment.
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