BM-SO-325 Biedermeier box, rosewood, maple, ebony, France, circa 1840

Description

Elegant Biedermeier / French restoration period box in rosewood with maple and ebony from France, circa 1840.

• Rosewood veneer, with a geometric book-matched veneer pattern on the lid and sides.
• Wide dark borders with fine maple and ebony string inlays.
• Inlaid initial “R” on the lid.
• Mahogany interior, divided into two compartments of different sizes.
• Brass hinges.
• Working lock with one key.
• Restored condition, hand-polished with shellac (french polish).

Dimensions:

• H 18.1 cm / 7.13 in
• W 32.6 cm / 12.83 in
• D 22.4 cm / 8.82 in