Summary:
• Item: Writing box
• Circa: 1860
• Provenance: India
• Wood: Solid teak
• Decorative brass inlay to exterior
• Teardrop shaped brass key escutcheon
• Original brass strap work
• 10 Internal compartments
• Original working lock & key
• Stunning original colour
• Original polish & patination
• No missing sections
• Good original condition
• Free delivery to mainland England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14 day UK returns period
Description:
This is a fine quality small colonial campaign teak writing / jewellery box, circa 1860, in good original condition. It would also be useful as a jewellery or sewing box. The exterior of the box is decorated with the original brass strapping to the lid, front, back and sides. The front of the box features a teardrop shaped brass key escutcheon. The box retains its original lock and keys, which are in good working order. The interior boasts ten compartments, including an upper tier of 9 compartments, with a tenth underneath, accessible via an opening. Much of the interior is constructed for easy removal.
This box is a truly classic example from the mid-late Victorian period in colonial India and is highly decorative and unique. The level of detail and craftsmanship displayed is impressive. It is rare to see an example, which not only is in excellent condition but also in original condition.
The box features a rich teak colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. This truly is a very beautiful item with quality construction and is original throughout. It is rare to see one in such good condition.
This item would look superb in a variety of rooms from the office to the bedroom. This item would certainly grace any home or office and is a great investment, as it’s extremely functional. So don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely antique piece.
Condition Report:
The box is in good original condition, which is commensurate with its age. Nominal old use marks to the exterior and leading edges of the box, but nothing significant considering the age of the item. All the brass strapping is original. There is no missing brass strapping. There are also no missing compartments to the box. The box features its original external working outer lock, to the front, with two working keys. The original brass hinges are also in good working order. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination. This item is solid in joint and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 17cm or 6⅝”
Width = 54cm or 21¼” or 1ft 9¼”
Depth = 34.7cm or 13⅝” or 1ft 1⅝”
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