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Antique Boxes
Small antique boxes hold a fascination for most us, as few of us can pass one without the strong desire to open it up! I think it appeals to our mental desire to compartmentalise. The types of box available are as numerous as the uses they were put to. Here you will see a small example of the stock available, and you are invited to contact me if you had a particular type of antique box that you were looking for. You are asked to note the additional nominal charge for despatch. I have also included a few sewing/miscellaneous items in this category.
Ebonised and Inlaid Sewing BoxAn ebonised sewing box adorned with beautiful pewter and mother of pearl inlay, in original condition. The outside is dramatic as the inlaid metal and other mixed materials contrast so well with the deep black carcase of the piece. Within there are two iv...(more details)
£425.00
Papier Mache Writing SlopeA victorian papier mache writing slope exhibiting the more unusual colouring of brown ground as opposed to the more common black variation. The detail is of a bird of paradise and a peacock as well as flowers and hanging vegetation. it is e...(more details)
£275.00
Collectors CabinetA Collectors Cabinet or Table Chest dated to C1880-1900. It is made of mahogany, with crossbanding to the top, stringing to the base and drawers. The handles are original on the 2/2/1 design drawers. It is on little shaped feet. Drawer linings are in oak....(more details)
£595.00
Oval Gilt and Turquoise CasketA beautiful late nineteenth century (C1880) gilt metal oval casket, the cover applied with white metal engraved flora and bejewelled with turquoise. Turquoise is a semi precious stone, used here for the flower heads, often give...(more details)
£395.00
Hemming Bird ClampHemming Bird Clamp: This has the following mark on the wings: Patented Feb 15 1853. It is made by Charles Waterman I the USA and is of gilded brass. This model is one that has all the right pedigree for collectors and is much in demand. (For similar see A...(more details)
£165.00
Mahogany Fiddleback Single Tea CaddyHere is a very pretty mahogany, single compartment, George III, tea caddy. It is rectangular in shape with “fiddle-back” grain, this expression identifying an unusual wood structure of tight grain, favoured for violin making (hence the ex...(more details)
£245.00
Arts & Crafts Brass BoxA beautiful brass Arts and Crafts design box dated circa 1890-1900, the design incorporating gothic features such as the arches that are the unifying element throughout. There are a number of scenes which probably tell a complete story. The bold design an...(more details)
£185.00
Napoleon III Ebonised Scent Bottle SetA Napoleon III ebonised scent bottle box with brass inlay. The hinged lid opens to reveal three rectangular glass scent bottles with globular stoppers and silk lining. This item is in complete and original condition, and has a key which works in the origi...(more details)
£175.00
Small French MoneyboxA delightful French money box in mahogany, with boxwood stringing throughout. The lock works, open the top to allow retrieval of the “Tresor”. The latter is inlaid on the top. Dated to about 1900, this piece has ...(more details)
£65.00
Brass Cotton Reel HolderA brass and white metal bobbin holder of considerable quality, manufactured by Kenrick as detailed within the base. The acanthus shaped top houses the pin cushion. Dated to C1880-1900 this is a beautiful example of Victorian brass work with a wonderful co...(more details)
£195.00
