Description
Brass Bounded Exterior
From our Jewellery Box collection, we are delighted to offer this large sized Victorian Rosewood Jewellery/Watch Box. The Jewellery Box of square form made from a Mahogany carcass and then veneered in beautifully figured Rosewood with multiple brass mounts to the corners and ornate brass corners to the lid. To the top centre of the Jewellery Box, a brass snowflake inlay is surrounded by a thick brass strip border. To finish the exterior both sides are fitted with quality flush-mounted brass handles with shaped surrounds. The interior of the box is lined in silver cushioned velvet with black silk water paper. The top of the box is fitted with a partitioned tray which can be removed to access further partitioned storage below. The tray has cufflink or ring slots and positions for various jewellery. The box dates to the 19th century during the Georgian era circa 1830.
The Jewellery Box comes complete with a working lock and tasselled key.
Rosewood has many variations. Indian Rosewood, Madagascan Rosewood, Mexican Rosewood, Rio Rosewood, Brazilian Rosewood, San Dominican and Santos Rosewood. All types are prized for their grain and colour. Generally, the colours range from a medium-dark red-reddish brown.
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.
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.
