San Francisco, CA
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A traveler’s box or “stage coach” document box of very fine quality. This box would ha e been firmly attached …
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A traveler’s box or “stage coach” document box of very fine quality. This box would ha e been firmly attached to a stable wooden surface using the large screws recessed on the left and right side walls, these extending downward allowing the box to be fastened down firmly while traveling. Fine gilt mountings (extending around each corner for extra protection), a large panel of tumbling block, cube marquetry on the very top inlaid with ebony, maple and plum wood. Rectangular panels of burr walnut on each side, each framed with plum wood and a thin strip of maple. Solid oak interior, working lock and key. Hand French polish.
Dutch 1790-1800.
height: 5.5 in. 14 cm., width: 18 in. 46 cm., depth: 11.5 in. 29 cm.
Creation date: Circa 1790-1800
Materials:burr walnut, Ebony, French Polish, maple, Marquetry, Oak, Plum wood
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- Dimensions
- 18ʺW × 11.5ʺD × 5.5ʺH
- Styles
- Traditional
- Period
- Late 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Oak
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Very good condition Very good condition less
San Francisco, CA
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