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antique inlaid wooden box with floral marquetry and working key

£ 25.00

Categories:

antique inlaid wooden box with floral marquetry and working key

£ 25.00

On offer is a rare and beautiful antique inlaid wooden box, dating to the late 19th or early 20th century, made from warm-toned hardwood and showcasing delicate floral marquetry. Whether you’re a collector or a lover of meaningful décor, this piece offers a tactile link to the past — and a timeless presence in any interior.

Crafted with care and rich in visual character, this antique inlaid box serves equally as a keepsake chest, jewelry box, or a lasting heirloom.

📌 Key Features
✅ Genuine hardwood with hand-cut floral marquetry – classic Victorian/Edwardian style
✅ Detailed inlay motif of scrolling vines and clover-like flowers
✅ Original working lock with key included
✅ Condition: good antique condition with expected age-related craquelure to the finish and minor surface marks
✅ Includes accurate measurements: 10.5 inches long, 4.5 inches wide, 2.75 inches tall
✅ Rare example — not commonly found in this condition with original key and functioning lock

💡 Styling Tip
This piece works beautifully in traditional or eclectic homes. Use it on a dresser, writing desk, or mantel to store cherished items, or display it open with vintage letters or jewelry for a layered, storied look.

🎁 Perfect For:
✔️ Lovers of soulful, meaningful decor
✔️ Collectors of antique wooden boxes or marquetry
✔️ Thoughtful, lasting gift for a history or craftsmanship enthusiast
✔️ Display use in libraries, offices, or period interiors

🔍 Provenance / Maker Notes:
While unmarked, the craftsmanship and marquetry suggest English or continental European origin, likely made circa 1880–1920. The floral inlay reflects the naturalistic tastes popular in Victorian and Edwardian decorative arts.

📏 Measurements:
• Length: 10.5 inches (26.7 cm)
• Width: 4.5 inches (11.4 cm)
• Height: 2.75 inches (7 cm)

📦 Shipping & International Buyers
We ship worldwide using tracked, insured services. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on your location — no surprises. All items are securely packed with care and experience.

📌 Why It Matters:
This is more than an object — it’s a piece of lived history, captured in wood and inlay. Rare to find with working lock and key, and seldom offered with such honesty. Ideal for those who value provenance, patina, and story.

stock code 010725

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