Late 18th or Early 19th Century "Pastes" Box in Bone

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  • Late 18th or Early 19th Century "Pastes" Box in Bone
  • Late 18th or Early 19th Century "Pastes" Box in Bone
  • Late 18th or Early 19th Century "Pastes" Box in Bone
  • Late 18th or Early 19th Century "Pastes" Box in Bone
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Description

ARTIFACT:

This is a circa late 18th or early 19th century bone "pastes" box, possibly either European or American in origin. The box opens to reveal a rectangular mirror edged is silk and a velvet lined tray opposite.

VINTAGE:

Circa late 18th or early 19th century.

SIZE:

Approximately 2-1/2" in length and 15/16" in width and 7/16" in thickness.

CONSTRUCTION / MATERIALS:

Bone, mirror, velvet lining, silk edging, plated brass.

ATTACHMENT:

Hinge, push in catch.

MARKINGS:

None.

ITEM NOTES:

This is from an antiques collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VGEX00 LAGEX5/11

CONDITION:

7 (Very Fine): The box is handsomely yellowed and the velvet lining is somewhat stained (fabric edging is very delicate).

GUARANTEE:

As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.

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