Antique Furniture - 10th January 2006

Lot 47

A George III satinwood front serpentine knife box

Estimate £300 - £500 | Hammer £300

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Description

A George III satinwood front serpentine knife box, with inlaid stringing and tulipwood banding, the sloping hinged lid inlaid a marquetry oval panel enclosing a divided interior, 15in (38.2cm) high, 9in (22.7cm) w, 9.25in (23.5cm) d. Some cracks and losses to veneer, handle and key escutcheon lacking.