Antique Victorian 1880s? Mahogany hand made jewellery box with an unusual fitted drawer. This small, extremely well made item, has, over its 150 year life had some wear. This is reflected in the price. Some of the wood banding etc is missing. This could be restored. Personally, I love the look as it shows it has been loved. There is a very poingnent message from 1950 when it was gifted to a loved one.
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22 cm wide 11 cm depth 12 cm tall some age related wear/marks etc
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The history of wooden jewellery boxes includes the use of wood in ancient Egypt, the use of inlaying techniques, and the use of aromatic woods.
Ancient Egypt
The ancient Egyptians used wood to make chests around 3000 BC.
Chests were used to store valuable items, weapons, food, and fine cloth.
Inlaying techniques
Khatam
An ancient Persian technique of inlaying that uses delicate pieces of wood, metal, and bone to create intricate geometric patterns.
Olinalá
A lacquering technique from Olinalá, Guerrero, Mexico that uses aromatic wood from the linaloe tree.
