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Lined for Sewing Tools

From our Boxes collection, we are pleased to offer this Antique Green Tortoiseshell Work Box. The Work Box veneered in vibrant Green Tortoiseshell to each side of the exterior with a silver initial plaque to the lid with a rectangular piece of green tortoiseshell framed by silver stringing and banded green tortoiseshell. The front and rear of the box are equally partitioned by further vertical silver stringing through the centre with a silver escutcheon to the front. The interior of the Tortoiseshell box is faced in Boxwood with a reddish-purple silk lining with a strip of partitioned segments for tools to the inner lid. The Work Box dates to the Georgian period during the reign of George III (1760-1820) Circa 1790.

The Tortoiseshell Work Box comes complete with working lock and Tasselled Key.

Tortoiseshell describes a type of decorative material made from the shells of certain species of sea turtles. The shells of these turtles are composed of a hard, glossy substance called keratin, which can be cut and shaped into a variety of decorative items. Tortoiseshell has been used for centuries to make a range of decorative objects, including combs, brush handles, and other small items. It is also sometimes used to make tea caddies, as it is strong, durable, and can be polished to a high shine. The term “tortoiseshell” is used to describe these decorative items, even though they are made from the shells of sea turtles because the term has been used historically to refer to this material.

Georgian, a period in British history dating from 1714-1837, the Georgian era after the Hanoverian kings George I, George II, George III and George IV.

Boxwood “Buxus sempervirens” can be found in Europe, Northwest Africa and Southwest Asia. It is a light cream that turns darker to brown when exposed to light. The trees are very small meaning it is suited to smaller projects like edging or inlay instead of veneers.

If you are purchasing Tortoiseshell or Ivory pieces and are outside the UK you must have a CITES certificate in order to import the item into your country. We can obtain these on your behalf at a cost of £50 and these can take up to 30 working days to arrive at our office. Due to the strict exporting rules of these pieces, they may also come with further shipping costs. Please ensure you contact us prior to purchase for a quote.

With every purchase from Mark Goodger Antiques, you will receive our latest catalogue, a Certificate of Authenticity, detailed care instructions for your chosen piece and an independent invoice (for insurance purposes) will be enclosed. As well as being protected by a no-hassle, money-back policy, your piece will be entirely insured during the shipping process to ensure the safety of your item.

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