Early 19th Century Gentleman's Dressing Box English, Circa 1820

List: $4,500

An early 19th-century English box in solid satinwood featuring starburst and geometric inlays of ebony and boxwood. Ebony edging outlines all exterior edges, accented at each corner by fan-shaped ("bat wing") marquetry. The box's lid exhibits a diamond-shaped central motif and detailed linear inlay reminiscent of "candy cane" patterns executed in boxwood, ebony, and mahogany. The kite-shaped escutcheon, also in ebony, complements the geometric aesthetic. Inside, the fitted interior reveals a removable satinwood tray containing twelve hardwood compartments, each with lids of varying geometric shapes, contrasting in tones of ebony, mahogany, and satinwood. Additional storage space lies beneath this tray; with working lock and key. English, circa 1820.

Height: 5.5 in. (14 cm.)
Width: 13.5 in. (34 cm.)
Depth: 9 in. (23 cm.)

• Item Number: SW-148
• Country: England
• Period: 1800-1809
• Creation Date: Circa 1800
• Materials: Leather, Nailhead trim, Oak
• Height: 18 in., 46 cm.
• Length: 14 in., 35.5 cm.
• Depth: 14 in., 35.5 cm.
• Condition: Rustic, Very good