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An English Marquetry Inlaid Writing Box

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Item Details

Description

An English Marquetry Inlaid Writing Box
19th Century
the interior writing surface lined in purple velvet.
Height 7 x width 20 x depth 10 inches.
This lot is located in Palm Beach.

Condition

There is overall wear, nicks and sun-fading to the exterior of the box. The interior compartments are damaged, but the components are mostly intact. The velvet writing surface probably is later and is worn. With key.

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An English Marquetry Inlaid Writing Box

Name: An English Marquetry Inlaid Writing Box
SKU: 177014859
Price: 800 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $800 - $1,200

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Starting Price $400

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