Wow!This 19th century jewelry box is exquisite!It's Made Of papier mâché with a black lacquered finish.The exterior is hand carved with mother-of-pearl inlay and hand painted abalone gold leaf.Inside has gorgeous hand painted floral designs on each door and the lid.There are four drawers and a lift out top shelf- all are paper and silk velvet lined.The drawer pulls are made of delicately carved ivory.This is a fantastic example of 19th century expert craftsmanship!
This item includes restricted materials and cannot be sold outside of the contiguous United States.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good condition given its age and use. The inlay is in excellent condition with nothing apparent missing. There are a few tiny dings, almost too small to mention. The velvet and paper drawer lining is worn. See photos.

Materials & Techniques:
Abalone, Gold Leaf, Lacquer, Mother-of-Pearl, Paper, Silk, Velvet

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good condition given its age and use. The inlay is in excellent condition with nothing apparent missing. There are a few tiny dings, almost too small to mention. The velvet and paper drawer lining is worn. See photos.