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Large wooden box from the 19th century in mahogany, made in Italy, with a working lock and original key, measuring roughly 40 × 27 × 17 cm.
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Grand wooden box with key – 19th century
Elegant and capacious wooden box from the 19th century, characterized by solid construction and careful craftsmanship.
The structure features obvious dovetail joints, clearly visible at the corners, a construction element that testifies to the care in making and provides great rigidity to the whole. The wood preserves a beautiful warm, deep tone, with natural color variations and signs of wear consistent with the object's age.
The box retains its perfectly functioning lock and the original key, still present.
The interior is also very pleasing, completely lined with beige/tan felt, including the inner side of the lid. The base is enhanced by decorative floral-patterned paper in burgundy and ivory tones, creating a refined contrast with the interior lining.
The exterior bottom is entirely lined in black felt, a solution that protects both the box and the surfaces on which it rests.
The generous dimensions make this item particularly versatile: it can be used as a jewelry box, a collectible box, a desk container, or a decorative element.
From an interior design perspective, it is a very interesting complement to place on a console, a sideboard, a large coffee table, or an important desk. The contrast between the dark wood, the light interior lining, and the floral base allows it to fit easily into both classic environments and more contemporary spaces, where it can become a refined characterful piece. It is also very suggestive in eclectic interiors, private studies, libraries, or living rooms with natural materials and deep tones.
Era: 19th century
Material: wood
Dimensions: about 40 × 27 × 17 cm
Lock: perfectly functioning
Key: present, original
Conditions: good in relation to its age, with normal signs of wear and use visible in the photographs.
The photos are part of the description. The packing will be taken care of by Ankerior, specialized in packing and handling of artworks, with training and certification from Palazzo Spinelli, Florence.
Seller's Story
Ankerior is an Italian brand dedicated to the search and selection of works of art, antiques, design and collectible objects of extraordinary historical, artistic and aesthetic interest. Each object is selected according to strict criteria of authenticity, quality and value, privileging artifacts capable of conveying character, elegance and uniqueness to the most refined environments. Each shipment is prepared with the utmost care, through professional packing techniques, so that every piece reaches its new owner in excellent condition, fully respecting its value and its history.
ANKERIOR - Extraordinary interiors begin with extraordinary objects.
Translated by Google TranslateGrand wooden box with key – 19th century
Elegant and capacious wooden box from the 19th century, characterized by solid construction and careful craftsmanship.
The structure features obvious dovetail joints, clearly visible at the corners, a construction element that testifies to the care in making and provides great rigidity to the whole. The wood preserves a beautiful warm, deep tone, with natural color variations and signs of wear consistent with the object's age.
The box retains its perfectly functioning lock and the original key, still present.
The interior is also very pleasing, completely lined with beige/tan felt, including the inner side of the lid. The base is enhanced by decorative floral-patterned paper in burgundy and ivory tones, creating a refined contrast with the interior lining.
The exterior bottom is entirely lined in black felt, a solution that protects both the box and the surfaces on which it rests.
The generous dimensions make this item particularly versatile: it can be used as a jewelry box, a collectible box, a desk container, or a decorative element.
From an interior design perspective, it is a very interesting complement to place on a console, a sideboard, a large coffee table, or an important desk. The contrast between the dark wood, the light interior lining, and the floral base allows it to fit easily into both classic environments and more contemporary spaces, where it can become a refined characterful piece. It is also very suggestive in eclectic interiors, private studies, libraries, or living rooms with natural materials and deep tones.
Era: 19th century
Material: wood
Dimensions: about 40 × 27 × 17 cm
Lock: perfectly functioning
Key: present, original
Conditions: good in relation to its age, with normal signs of wear and use visible in the photographs.
The photos are part of the description. The packing will be taken care of by Ankerior, specialized in packing and handling of artworks, with training and certification from Palazzo Spinelli, Florence.
Seller's Story
Ankerior is an Italian brand dedicated to the search and selection of works of art, antiques, design and collectible objects of extraordinary historical, artistic and aesthetic interest. Each object is selected according to strict criteria of authenticity, quality and value, privileging artifacts capable of conveying character, elegance and uniqueness to the most refined environments. Each shipment is prepared with the utmost care, through professional packing techniques, so that every piece reaches its new owner in excellent condition, fully respecting its value and its history.
ANKERIOR - Extraordinary interiors begin with extraordinary objects.
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Era
1400-1900
Wood type
Mahogany
Title additional information
Large wooden box
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Italy
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
17 cm
Width
40 cm
Depth
27 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
