18th C Mahogany Inlaid Knife Box Converted to Stationary Box in 19th C.

Description

This 18th C Mahogany Box started life as a knife box. It was converted in 19th C. to a stationary box. The Georgian box has a distinctive serpentine front and a hinged lid edged in satinwood and king wood. It rests on three bun feet and has an inlaid star inside the lid. Shows signs of use.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The box started as a knife box in the 18th C. and was converted to a stationary box in the 19th C. Shows signs of wear commensurate with its age.

Origin:
United Kingdom

Materials & Techniques:
Mahogany

Details:
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Condition

Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; The box started as a knife box in the 18th C. and was converted to a stationary box in the 19th C. Shows signs of wear commensurate with its age.

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20%

Dimensions

15 x 9 x 11 in

18th C Mahogany Inlaid Knife Box Converted to Stationary Box in 19th C.

Lot 0762

Estimate $320-$1,490

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$160

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