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This large antique jewellery box, dating from the mid-1870’s, is veneered in coromandel, edged in brass, and bears a centrally mounted inlaid brass monogram beneath a countess’ coronet.
The interior of the box is lined with burgundy velvet accompanying matching Morocco leather and moiré silk.
The front flap of the box opens forward to reveal a very unusual hinged glass cased display compartment to the reverse.
The rear compartment of the main section features a removable floor that conceals a hinged mahogany travelling glass-windowed display case.
The lower drawer features a large velvet and silk-lined compartment
The ruched velvet panel in the lid can be removed and reversed to display a free-standing mirror. A concealed leather-bound letter wallet is fitted to the underside of the lid.
The Bramah lock is fully working and comes with its key.
Measurements:
Width: 36.5 cm / 14.5″ Inches
Depth: 27.3 cm / 10.75″ Inches
Height: 23.2 cm / 9.25″ Inches
Ref: DL383