Antique English Mahogany Flatware Storage Box, Hand-Painted Floral Scenes, C 1910

Antique English Mahogany Flatware Storage Box, Hand-Painted Floral Scenes, C 1910About This Piece An antique English mahogany cutlery or flatware storage box with two hand painted floral scenes, c. 1910. The dark mahogany box has two sides that lift for storage, with a brass handle. One side is painted with a gathering of flowers; the other bears perfectly balanced acanthus scrolls framing an acanthus leaf urn, accented with similar flowers. The muted colours are warm and restful. Perfect for cutlery or a host of other items

About This Piece

An antique English mahogany cutlery or flatware storage box with two hand-painted floral scenes, c. 1910. The dark mahogany box has two sides that lift for storage, with a brass handle. One side is painted with a gathering of flowers; the other bears perfectly balanced acanthus scrolls framing an acanthus leaf urn, accented with similar flowers. The muted colours are warm and restful. Perfect for cutlery or a host of other items waiting to be beautifully organised.

Provenance

English, c. 1910.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: England
• Date: c. 1910
• Material: Mahogany with brass handle
• Decoration: Two hand-painted scenes — floral gathering; acanthus scrolls with urn
• Top dimensions: 17½" × 12"
• Base: ½" smaller on each edge than top
• Depth: 3¾"
• Item ID: 201159b

Condition

Very good. Some wear to corner edges and in areas of the hand-painting. One scene has three small scratches, shown in the photographs. Some corner wear. Felt lining has considerable wear. All consistent with the age and use of this lovely box.

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