Antique Italian Grand Tour Olivewood Book Box
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Description
Italian Grand Tour olivewood souvenir book box, the hinged top inlaid with swallows. Pull the upright books forward and the center spine drops to reveal the lock, slide the bottom horizontal spine to the left and then slide the bottom right side forward to reveal the secret compartment.
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More Information
Documentation: Signed Origin: Italy Period: 19th Century Materials: Olive wood, Inlay Condition: Good. The slide that opens the secret compartment at the bottom has a piece missing, otherwise in very good condition. Creation Date: 1870 Styles / Movements: Traditional Patterns: Animal/Insects Dealer Reference #: 4322 Incollect Reference #: 436972 -
Dimensions
W. 9 in; H. 4.5 in; D. 5 in; W. 22.86 cm; H. 11.43 cm; D. 12.7 cm;
Message from Seller:
Susan Silver Antiques: English & Continental 18th & 19th Century Formal Furnishings.
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