Box - Mini box with a secret opening. - Olivier's Loupe

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Eduardo Laia Martins
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Secret-opening box in olive wood from France, estimated to date 1850–1900, dimensions 9 × 4 × 5 cm, model Mini Box with Secret Opening, in good condition with a small chip on the first opening.

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Description from the seller

Secret-opening box in olive wood from the 19th century
Ingenious box with a mechanism for secret opening, made by a Compagnon du Devoir
in good condition; note, however, a small chip on the first opening
Happy bidding to all
As with all my items put up for auction on this site, this marvel has undergone no cleaning (just dusting), nor modification since purchase
Look carefully at the photos that form part of the description. Any damage not mentioned in the text but visible in the photos is considered described.
No shipping outside the EU; if you are outside the European Union you may bid on one of my lots, however no claims will be possible in case of problems during transport
Given the new import/export regulations to the USA, there will be no shipping to that country anymore
Professional, careful shipping, signature on delivery with insurance

Seller's Story

Passionate about flea markets, and antiques of all kinds since my childhood, I was already selling on this site as an individual, the joy and kindness of the buyers made me understand that it was the right time to get started in my small business, I pay particular attention to the lots offered in order to be able to satisfy you, all my objects benefit from a very light cleaning and no restoration so that you can judge for yourself their quality and condition, so good auction to all and see you soon I hope
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Secret-opening box in olive wood from the 19th century
Ingenious box with a mechanism for secret opening, made by a Compagnon du Devoir
in good condition; note, however, a small chip on the first opening
Happy bidding to all
As with all my items put up for auction on this site, this marvel has undergone no cleaning (just dusting), nor modification since purchase
Look carefully at the photos that form part of the description. Any damage not mentioned in the text but visible in the photos is considered described.
No shipping outside the EU; if you are outside the European Union you may bid on one of my lots, however no claims will be possible in case of problems during transport
Given the new import/export regulations to the USA, there will be no shipping to that country anymore
Professional, careful shipping, signature on delivery with insurance

Seller's Story

Passionate about flea markets, and antiques of all kinds since my childhood, I was already selling on this site as an individual, the joy and kindness of the buyers made me understand that it was the right time to get started in my small business, I pay particular attention to the lots offered in order to be able to satisfy you, all my objects benefit from a very light cleaning and no restoration so that you can judge for yourself their quality and condition, so good auction to all and see you soon I hope
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Wood type
Olivier's Loupe
Country of origin
France
Material
Wood
Model
Mini box with a secret opening.
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
5 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
FranceVerified
2185
Objects sold
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