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Decorative secretary box with hand painting and mother of pearl inlay, 19 th c.
$1,200
£917.47
€1,051.18
CA$1,692.61
A$1,842.82
CHF 984.01
MX$22,245.71
NOK 12,370.72
SEK 11,506.21
DKK 7,851.84
About the Item
This antique box is from London made from papier-mâché
The top is hand painted and inlaid with mother of pearl.
It is finely painted and has an interior with defined
Spaces for writing implements and stationery the inside
Is lined with emerald green velvet.
- Dimensions:Height: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)Width: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1890
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Houston, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1378237418502

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