Description
Beautiful, high-quality late Biedermeier casket box from southern Germany, circa 1840.
- Mahogany and (probably walnut) burl wood veneer on oak and maple.
- Numerous inlays in maple and ebony, including a surrounding meander band and a finely inlaid octagonal star in the center of the lid and quarter stars in the corners.
- Inside in oak at the bottom with two small removable drawers.
- A mirror is inserted on the inside of the lid, with a surrounding gold-plated frame.
- Original functional lock with side barbs.
- Restored condition, shellac finish, polished. Lid slightly warped, causing the latch to not lock properly.
Dimensions:
- H 15 cm / 5.91 in
- W 34 cm / 13.39 in
- D 22.7 cm / 8.94 in
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