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Regency Rosewood Specimen Box on Gilt Lion Paw Feet Circa 1810

Offered by: Garden Court Antiques

Description
A Regency rosewood specimen box of rectangular form with shallow canted lid and chamfered upper edges. The top centered by a tumbling-block parquetry panel in assorted specimen woods, framed by lightwood line inlay and fine geometric banding. The body inlaid to all sides with repeating Van Dyke (triangular/chevron) motifs in contrasting veneers against an ebonized ground, bordered by continuous stringing and geometric banding. Fitted with a working lock and key and raised on four gilt-metal lion paw feet with foliate scrollwork. The interior lined in teal textured paper retaining the original embossed paper borders to the inner lid. Working lock and key. Minor surface marks overall. English, Regency period, circa 1810.

Height: 4.5 in. (11 cm.)
Width: 8 in. (20 cm.)
Depth: 6 in. (15 cm.)

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	rosewood; inlay
Condition:	Good. Very good condition; minor restorations
Creation Date:	Circa 1810
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Regency
Patterns:	Geometric, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	SW-168
Incollect Reference #:	843896

Dimensions

W.	8 in;	H.	4.5 in;	D.	6 in;
W.	20.32 cm;	H.	11.43 cm;	D.	15.24 cm;

Message from Seller:

Garden Court Antiques, located in the San Francisco Design Center, specializes in elegant European antiques, furniture, and decorative objects defined by their rich patinas, unexpected charm, and distinct soul. Backed by decades of design and collecting expertise, the showroom serves clients locally and online, and can be reached at 415.355.1690 or via email at jim@gardencourtantiques.com.

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