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Antique Penwork Box Circa 1790.
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Description:
Ref: 706PWB
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Penwork decorated  box made in gessoed beech and standing on embossed gilded brass feet. This particular box is very reminiscent of Anglo Indian work, both in the contrast of black on white which resembles ivory incised decoration. The patterns of plants and flowers are executed in the manner of fabric and embroidery design, which was fashionable in penwork of the period. However the top design goes further than most such work, in that the peacock is central to an asymmetrical tree of life motif which is characteristic of 18th century Indian inlaid work. Exceptionally well designed and executed.  Circa 1790.

Origin: ;  Circa: 1790; Materials: Beech-wood .

Size: 30.4 cm wide by 22.6 cm by 12.5 cm:  11.9  inches wide by  9  inches by  4.9  inches. 

Condition: good overall; working lock and key; see images

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