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LONDON FINE ANTIQUES

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Item Details

This is an antique knife box. An English, mahogany 46 item cutlery storage canteen, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800.


Superb craftsmanship with beautiful figuring and useful proportion
Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
Select stocks present warm caramel hues and fine grain interest
Boxwood stringing decorates the interior with a lighter caramel colour


Dressed with a brass drop handle over a matching lock escutcheon — untested, key absent
Of distinctive shield form, the canted lid opens smoothly on oval shaped hinges
Arranged as a canteen of 46 individual pieces, with two being of sharpener shape
Base dressed with a green baize cushion to provide protection for surfaces


This is a delightful antique knife box, with the original, quality fitted interior. A fascinating example of Georgian craftsmanship, delivered ready for the kitchen or dining room.


Dimensions:
Max Width: 22.5cm (8.75'')
Max Depth: 29.5cm (11.5'')
Max Height: 38cm (15'')

  • Period: 1800s
    • Price: £595.00
    • €689 Euro
    • $807 US Dollar
  • Location: Devon
    • Dimensions: H: 38cm (14.96in)
    • W: 22.5cm (8.86in)
    • D: 29.5cm (11.61in)