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Lot 1279

Two English 19th Century Inlaid Boxes

Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Mid 19th century, unmarked, to include a domed jewelry chest form in burlwood veneers with kingwood and ebony strap inlays with Mother of pearl bosses and ivory cartouche, open interior (4 1/2 in.); the second a tea caddy in mahogany veneers, inlaid escutcheon, later silk lined interior (4 1/4 x 7 x 4 in.).

From the Estate of the late Ginny Marcos of Whimsy Antiques, Connecticut

Some minor scratches; small areas of veneer loss and some veneer cracks; staining and losses to silk lining.