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This miniature antique gentleman’s dressing case in Calamander dates from the mid 1870’s. It was manufactured by one of the finest English cabinetmakers, George Betjemann & Sons of 36 & 38 Pentonville Road, London.
The interior of the box is fitted with eight silver-plated bottles and jars with an engine turned design and vacant cartouches. Additionally, there is also a travelling shaving brush. Fitted beneath the main tray are six original vanity tools. A ruched velvet panel in the lid springs forward, with the push of a concealed button, to reveal a leather-framed mirror on the reverse.
A push button to the rear of the box releases a spring-loaded front drawer containing a velvet-lined jewellery area and a full width ring/ cuff-link channel.
The lock retains its original key.
This box comes in really lovely original condition throughout.
Measurements:
Width: 21.2cm/ 8.25″ Inches
Depth: 18.9cm/ 7.5″ Inches
Height: 14.4cm / 5.75″ Inches
Ref: DL371