Furniture & Works of Art - 11th January 2011

Lot 251

A Victorian rosewood and mother of pearl marquetry work box

Estimate £200 - £300 | Hammer £250

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Description

A Victorian rosewood and mother of pearl marquetry work box, of sarcophagus form with reel and dart borders, the panelled cover engraved initials, hinging to reveal a fitted interior with a lift-out tray, pink silk and gilt tooled green leather with a mirror and turned ivory thread holders, 7.75in (19.5cm) h, 15in (38cm) w, 9.75in (25cm) d.