Antique Inlaid Ladies Necessities Box Interior Lap Desk Jewelry &Sewing Drawer
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:14557 | Depth: 9.5" |
Type: chest | Material: Wood |
Color: Medium Wood Tone | Width: 12" |
Height: 13" | Original/Reproduction: Original |
This lovely antique chest has it all. The outside and inside drawers have beautiful inlaid patterns. I believe the inlaid material is mother of pearl. The top and front doors are decorated with the inlay
The top lifts up on hinges and shows a mirror that has a pocket in the back. On the inside of the top is a sewing box with cushions, lidded sections and two small folded book shapes that slide out and hold needles ins...ide. The stuffing in the cushions is coming out of the tears in the fabric as you can see in the picture. The rest of the pink fabric is in good antique condition.
The front of the cabinet is also decorated and has a lock with a key. Inside the doors are two drawers that look like they were made to hold jewelry. The bottom drawer is a lap desk with a fold out surface, a pen holder and a small ink well. Each drawer also had inlaid decoration.
On the sides are two wooden rings that act as handles. The chest sits on 4 small wood feet. The wood is in beautiful antique condition with original patina.
The small chest measures 12" wide, 13" tall, and 9.5" deep.
Great Collectible, Wonderful Display Antique Chest.
Thanks for looking, please email with any questions. Low opening bid.