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Regency Rosewood And Brass Inlaid Campaign Dressing Box

Offered by: David Neligan Antiques

Description
Finely made and signed E. Wells Co Patent on hinges. Rectangular hinged top with brass edge and fleur de lis corners and central monogrammed plaque opening to a fitted interior. Conforming case with flush side handles and Bramah lock and key. Likely once owned by Rear Admiral Sir George Johnstone Hope a close personal friend of Admiral Nelson. With written note " This dressing-case belonged to Lady Sarah, went with her to Bod....... in 1842, mother gave it to me for Christmas 1912 ". Signed Ellin Salmon.[ Mrs Ellin Verney Salmon 1873-1947]. She was the daughter of Sir Edmond Hope Verney. Her mother was Lady Sarah Elizabeth Pitt Amherst an artist and botanical illustrator.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Brass,Rosewood
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Regency
Incollect Reference #:	798180

Dimensions

W.	12.63 in;	H.	5.13 in;	D.	9 in;
W.	32.08 cm;	H.	13.03 cm;	D.	22.86 cm;

Message from Seller:

David Neligan Antiques, located in Essex, Massachusetts, offers a large inventory of period English and Continental furniture and decorative arts. With over 35 years of experience and a background in both appraisal and auctioneering, David is a trusted expert in the field; contact him at 978.768.3910 or via email at david@davidneliganantiques.com.