Schatulle - Nussbaum - Silver Inlay-1880-1910

Fine Antique Oriental Wooden Box with Solid Silver Wire Inlay, Mother-of-Pearl & Marquetry (c. 1880–1910)

This highly detailed, late 19th-century / historicist period wooden jewellery and keepsake box is a remarkable piece of oriental craftsmanship.

Key Details & Specifications:
- Period: Late 19th / Early 20th Century (c. 1880–1910)

- Dimensions: 19.5 cm (Width) x 13.0 cm (Depth) x 9.5 cm (Height)

- Total Weight: 839 grams

- Construction: Fine walnut main body with contrasting rosewood border framing

- Inlay Work: Fine solid silver wire inlay (Draht-Tauschierung) creating an intricate arabesque medallion on the lid

- Accents: Embedded natural mother-of-pearl (Nacre) cabochons and plum/fruitwood marquetry elements

- Interior & Hardware: Complete with its original, removable 3-compartment wooden storage tray. Features the original keyhole lock mechanism (key is missing/not included).

- Interior: Complete with its original, removable 3-compartment wooden storage tray

- Condition: Excellent antique condition relative to age, displaying a rich warm patina. The silver wire and pearl inlays are exceptionally well preserved and fully intact. Includes keyhole lock mechanism (key not included).