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Tiny Federal Inlaid Dome-Top Trinket Box

Offered by: David A. Schorsch - Eileen M. Smiles Fine Americana

Description
Tiny Federal inlaid dome-top trinket box
Probably New Hampshire or southern Maine, circa 1815
Figured birch veneer, mixed hardwood inlaid banding, old or original finish, engraving on paper, original brass wire hinges, 1 1/16 x 2 1/16 x 1 3/16 inches. This incredible box was fashioned with such finesse and extreme delicacy to be composed entirely from hardwood veneers and inlaid bandings, and lined with engraved paper depicting the Great Seal of the United States.

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More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Birch, hardwood, paper, brass
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	c. 1815
Styles / Movements:	Federal
Incollect Reference #:	249951

Dimensions

W.	2.06 in;	H.	1.06 in;	D.	1.19 in;
W.	5.23 cm;	H.	2.69 cm;	D.	3.02 cm;

Message from Seller:

David A. Schorsch and Eileen M. Smiles American Antiques is one of the world’s leading dealers and authorities in the field of American antiques and folk art, specializing in weathervanes, folk paintings, folk sculpture, formal and country furniture and Shaker design.

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