Large Antique Figured Walnut, Mother Of Pearl & Abalone Jewellery Box
Item History & Price
LargeAntique Figured Walnut, Mother of Pearl & Abalone Jewellery BoxApproxDimensions: -11 ” x 8” x 5 1/2” (280mm x 25mm x 140mm)c1880Re-polished(traditional method), features: All original hardware: stop hinges(which hold the lid upright), brass lock and keep which is fullyoperational, and comes complete with a period key and a new tassel.Bottom(underside) covered with black baize so not to scratched polishedsurfaces. No veneer repairs; Cartouche assembly is all original, asi...s the escutcheon decoration with the exception of the diamond MOPkey surround which is a like for like replacement. In superbcondition sympathetically restored bringing the box back to itsformer glory.Internallyconverted for use as a jewellery box and is fullylined in blue cotton velvet. Boasts a handmade solid Walnut traywhich projects above the base of the box utilizing a portion the lidspace, includes 10 compartments and two sets of double row cufflink /ring holders (made by myself- a qualified Furniture Maker to exactingstandards). Thiswould make a stunning and unique gift that embraces the charm of agenuine antique with the usability of a modern jewellery box. Internationalbuyers welcome: Items over 100 years (antique) are normally exemptfrom import duty (and are dispatched with the appropriatedeclaration), but in the unlikely event: Any Import duties, taxes, and charges that may be incurred are the buyer'sresponsibility and are not included in item price or shippingcosts.(Countryof Origin- UK)Allaspects shown above, please examine closely as they constitutepart of the description
