Jewellery box (2) - Wood

Elegant jewelry box from the second half of the 19th century, Napoleon III, made of walnut burl or fine veneered wood with intricate marquetry.

The interior is lined with original red silk, featuring several functional compartments typical of vintage jewelry or sewing boxes.

Features :
Era: circa 1860–1880
Style: Napoleon III (France)
Materials: marquetry wood, silk.
Dimensions: 28 cm x 20.5 cm x 15 cm
• Function: jewelry box / sewing

State:

Good overall condition for its age, with normal wear and some signs of age.
Original interior fabric preserved with some signs of use and to be cleaned.
Small visible cracks at the corners and in the middle, with some marks to note.
Light lifting of the plating in some areas.
The lock is present but the key is missing.

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Victorian jewelry box with golden floral decor, circa 1860–1890

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Full description:

Charming Victorian-era jewelry box, dating from the second half of the 19th century (~1860–1890). A blackened wooden box with a surface decorated with gilded floral motifs, featuring a finely adorned central medallion.

This box was typically used to hold jewelry, sewing essentials, or personal effects, and reflects the refined aesthetic of Victorian English style.

Features :
• Era: around 1860–1890
Style: Victorian
• Origin: England (probable Tunbridge Wells)
Materials: blackened wood, painted decor, or printed gold.

State:
Wear and tear on the upper decor (see close-up photo).
Some scratches and micro-chips visible on the edges.
Lock mechanism present (key missing)
Partially furnished interior, some elements missing.

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Approximately 22 cm x 16 cm x 8 cm