Furniture & Works of Art including: The Michael Nellist Collection of Treen - 15th September 2009

Lot 541

A 19th century Sorrento olivewood box

Estimate £100 - £150 | Hammer £120

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Description

A 19th century Sorrento olivewood box, modelled as books with a sliding base and hidden key escutcheon, the hinged cover with marquetry swallows, to a plush lined interior, 4.25in (10.5cm) h, 5.25in (13.1cm) w, 4in (10cm) d, and a similar stamp box. (2)