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Large Antique Lacquered Jewelry Box with Inlaid Mother of Pearl

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Large 19th c. lacquered jewelry box with floral design done in gold leaf and inlaid mother of pearl. Some wear of paint and finish as expected. The top lifts and reveals an open velvet lined compartment. Two doors open in the front to reveal four drawers. There is missing trim on one of the doors. Each drawer has mother of pearl pulls, although a few are missing. Two drawers are lined with silk and or velvet and two are not. It has a lock but there is no key.

Category Lacquer Boxes
Medium Wood? Paper Mache
Distinguishing marks Yes. See photos.
Condition Fair
Size and dimensions of this item 13.5 inches x 11.5 inches
Date Period Victorian
Weight 11.5
History I bought it at an auction.
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