Box - Gilt brass, Mahogany - WRITING BOX - H: 15.5 cm

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French mid‑19th century writing box in Napoléon III style, crafted in ebony‑finished wood with brass inlay, measuring 15.5 cm high, 24 cm wide and 16 cm deep.

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Spectacular and elegant writing box of French origin from the mid-19th century in Napoléon III style, made of ebony hardwood with exquisite marquetry work and inlays of gilt brass. Its interior contains different compartments, one with a lid and two jars with carved lids for ink. A unique jewel in good condition for its age and use. A unique collectible piece of considerable value.

See the photographs to get a better idea of the details that form part of the description.

Measurements: 15.5 cm high, 24 cm wide, and 16 cm deep.

It will be carefully packaged with tracked insured shipping. Please note that countries with customs and/or special destinations may require additional information as well as potentially higher shipping costs. THE BALEARIC ISLANDS will incur an additional shipping surcharge of €18 compared to mainland Spain.

Spectacular and elegant writing box of French origin from the mid-19th century in Napoléon III style, made of ebony hardwood with exquisite marquetry work and inlays of gilt brass. Its interior contains different compartments, one with a lid and two jars with carved lids for ink. A unique jewel in good condition for its age and use. A unique collectible piece of considerable value.

See the photographs to get a better idea of the details that form part of the description.

Measurements: 15.5 cm high, 24 cm wide, and 16 cm deep.

It will be carefully packaged with tracked insured shipping. Please note that countries with customs and/or special destinations may require additional information as well as potentially higher shipping costs. THE BALEARIC ISLANDS will incur an additional shipping surcharge of €18 compared to mainland Spain.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Brass type
Gilt brass
Wood type
Mahogany
Title additional information
WRITING BOX - H: 15.5 cm
Country of Origin
France
Material
Brass, Crystal, Metal, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
15.5 cm
Width
24 cm
Depth
16 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
SpainVerified
1088
Objects sold
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