Jewellery box - Hypnotic "Ramage" & Bird's-Eye Figure (No reserve price) - Thuya - Unique handmade box

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Constance Rousseau
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Selected by Constance Rousseau

Master marquetry craftswoman with 4 years' expert experience. Trainee auctioneer at Sotheby's Paris.

Estimate  € 140 - € 200
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€2

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A unique handmade Moroccan thuya burl box, 7.5 cm high by 18 cm wide by 12 cm deep, in excellent condition from 1990–2000, with a brass escutcheon and functional lock, an ornate turned-brass key with a navy blue tassel, and a hand-buffed glass-like finish.

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A masterclass in organic elegance, this solid Moroccan Thuya box celebrates purity of form and the untamed natural beauty of rare burl wood. Free from intricate surface marquetry, its design intentionally steps aside to let the raw, fiery grain and undulating figures of the root become the sole work of art.

The Raw Material & Pure Grain Figure:

Hypnotic "Ramage" & Bird's-Eye Figure: Sourced from the underground root system of the Atlas mountain cedar-thuya, the surfaces display a breathtaking landscape of dense eyelets, swirling flames, and deep amber-to-cognac marbling that catches the light with striking three-dimensional depth.

Aromatic Heritage: Retains the subtle, lingering, and prized natural aromatic fragrance exclusive to authentic high-grade Moroccan thuya burl.

Functional Lock & Key Charm: Fitted with a brass escutcheon, functioning lock mechanism, and an ornate turned-brass key adorned with a decorative navy blue passementerie tassel.

Silky Mirror Polish: Meticulously hand-buffed to a deep, glass-like finish that enhances the timber's natural luster while providing a smooth, luxurious tactile feel.

A Piece of History:
In Essaouira's renowned cabinetmaking quarters, master craftsmen often choose the most dramatic burl cuts to remain completely unadorned, allowing nature’s decades-long organic sculpture to speak for itself.

A unique opportunity for collectors of authentic, handmade artifacts. Please study the photographs carefully, as they represent the true character and condition of this unique piece. Your piece will be meticulously packaged and dispatched swiftly with trackable shipping.

A masterclass in organic elegance, this solid Moroccan Thuya box celebrates purity of form and the untamed natural beauty of rare burl wood. Free from intricate surface marquetry, its design intentionally steps aside to let the raw, fiery grain and undulating figures of the root become the sole work of art.

The Raw Material & Pure Grain Figure:

Hypnotic "Ramage" & Bird's-Eye Figure: Sourced from the underground root system of the Atlas mountain cedar-thuya, the surfaces display a breathtaking landscape of dense eyelets, swirling flames, and deep amber-to-cognac marbling that catches the light with striking three-dimensional depth.

Aromatic Heritage: Retains the subtle, lingering, and prized natural aromatic fragrance exclusive to authentic high-grade Moroccan thuya burl.

Functional Lock & Key Charm: Fitted with a brass escutcheon, functioning lock mechanism, and an ornate turned-brass key adorned with a decorative navy blue passementerie tassel.

Silky Mirror Polish: Meticulously hand-buffed to a deep, glass-like finish that enhances the timber's natural luster while providing a smooth, luxurious tactile feel.

A Piece of History:
In Essaouira's renowned cabinetmaking quarters, master craftsmen often choose the most dramatic burl cuts to remain completely unadorned, allowing nature’s decades-long organic sculpture to speak for itself.

A unique opportunity for collectors of authentic, handmade artifacts. Please study the photographs carefully, as they represent the true character and condition of this unique piece. Your piece will be meticulously packaged and dispatched swiftly with trackable shipping.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Art Deco inspired
Wood type
Thuya
Title additional information
Unique handmade box
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Morocco
Material
Wood
Model
Hypnotic "Ramage" & Bird's-Eye Figure (No reserve price)
Style
Antique inspired
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
7.5 cm
Width
18 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1990-2000
Sold by
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Private

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