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Antique Box in Burr Chestnut circa 1870.

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Reference: JB 167

Description:
A box veneered in beautifully figured burr chestnut, with mother of pearl plaque and escutcheon.

Origin: English

Circa: 1870

Materials: Pine veneered in burr chestnut.

Size: 29.7cm wide by 21.6cm by 12.5 cm: 8.9 inches wide by 8.5 inches by 3.5 inches.
Condition: Good. Working lock and key.

The figure is particularly beautiful.

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The interior is original blue silk and paper covered pine tray and back flap.

Detail of tray. Small areas of some wear on the silk.

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Back view.

Front view.

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Side.

Back view.

Other side.

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Top showing the swirling figure.

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