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Lot 163 - Antique Marquetry Hinged Box with Butterfly and Scrollwork Inlay, Brass Hinges and Lock Plate, 11" L x 4-3/4" H
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Lot 163 - Antique Marquetry Hinged Box with Butterfly and Scrollwork Inlay, Brass Hinges and Lock Plate, 11" L x 4-3/4" H
Lot 163 - Antique Marquetry Hinged Box with Butterfly and Scrollwork Inlay, Brass Hinges and Lock Plate, 11" L x 4-3/4" H
Wooden hinged box decorated on all sides with marquetry inlay in contrasting light and dark woods. Each end panel features a butterfly motif set within a dark-ground rectangular reserve bordered by scrolling foliate inlay. The front panel displays a central foliate cartouche flanked by scroll-filled reserves, with a keyhole escutcheon at center. The lid is decorated with three dark-ground reserves containing scroll motifs, surrounded by running scroll borders. The rear panel and remaining surfaces carry additional scrollwork inlay. The box opens on two brass butt hinges and has a brass lock plate on the interior front wall. The interior is unlined oak. No key is included.
The exterior shows surface scratches, scuffs, and wear to the finish throughout, with some areas of inlay loss and lifting. The bottom is heavily scratched and worn. A small red adhesive sticker is affixed to the underside.
Dimensions: 11" L x 5" W x 4-3/4" H
The exterior shows surface scratches, scuffs, and wear to the finish throughout, with some areas of inlay loss and lifting. The bottom is heavily scratched and worn. A small red adhesive sticker is affixed to the underside.
Auction Date: 06/11/2026
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