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Faux Tortoiseshell Lucite Rectangular Box

Offered by: MA+39

Description
A long, rectangular box crafted from lucite finished in a rich faux-tortoiseshell pattern, with mottled tones of amber, honey, and dark brown set beneath a glassy, high-gloss surface. The lid is fitted with a pair of brass butterfly hinges and a small round button-style clasp on the front edge. The interior of the lid shows warmer, more translucent honey-and-black mottling, while the base interior has a deeper reddish-brown tone. This tortoiseshell-effect lucite was a popular material for decorative boxes in the mid-20th century, prized for mimicking the look of genuine shell at a more accessible price point.

More Information

Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Lucite
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Dealer Reference #:	7148
Incollect Reference #:	882885

Dimensions

W.	6 in;	H.	1.5 in;	D.	3 in;
W.	15.24 cm;	H.	3.81 cm;	D.	7.62 cm;

Message from Seller:

ma+39 is Italian everyday living with a fresh and eclectic spin on the Italian mid century masters while integrating Almanza's custom pieces and "oggetti" from current and relevant talent. ma+39 offers a unique marriage of furnishings, lighting, art, and luxuries. Our showroom is a five thousand square foot gallery ranging from the mid 1600s to the mid 1900s as well as pieces from the 70s and 80s housed together in harmony. ma+39 is the collaboration of "maestri artigiani"

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