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18th Century George III Period Cross Banded Inlaid Mahogany Knife Box

About the Item

A very fine late 18th century, George III period mahogany knife box or cutlery canteen with fitted interior. Figured sloping lid over a serpentine front with satinwood crossbanding and rosewood & ebony chevron stringing. Of fascinating shield form, the canted lid opening smoothly on shield shaped hinges. The interior is fitted with its original cutlery dividers. Comprising a silver lock escutcheon, with key and working lock. This beautiful inlaid knife box dates from circa 1790. The dimensions are: Height: 37cm (14.6in) Width: 23cm (9.1in) Depth: 30cm (11.8in)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.57 in (37 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Mahogany,Cross-Banded,Inlay,Marquetry,Polished
  • Place of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Period:
    Late 18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1790
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Petworth,West Sussex, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7021239787172

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