May include: A rectangular wooden jewellery box with a glossy finish. The lid features a floral inlay with orange, yellow, and red flowers. The box has a keyhole and is made of a dark, patterned wood.

Burr Walnut Veneer Jewelry Box, Floral Marquetry, c. 1900–1920

75.100 Ft
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May include: A rectangular wooden jewellery box with a glossy finish. The lid features a floral inlay with orange, yellow, and red flowers. The box has a keyhole and is made of a dark, patterned wood.

Burr Walnut Veneer Jewelry Box, Floral Marquetry, c. 1900–1920

75.100 Ft
This is an authentic antique Continental European wooden box, likely dating from the early 1900s (1900-1920). It is a superb example of the craftsmanship popular in Austria or Germany during the Art Nouveau and early Art Deco periods.

The box is constructed with a stunning, highly figured Burl Wood (Burr Walnut) veneer, giving it a rich, mottled pattern and deep, glowing color.

The focal point is the lid, which features an elegant floral marquetry (inlay) design of roses and foliage in various shades of contrasting woods. The interior is polished wood, perfect for storing jewelry, keepsakes, or desk accessories. It features the original brass hardware and key escutcheon.

This heirloom piece makes a perfect sophisticated addition to any vanity, desk, or dresser.

Measurements:
Length: 21 cm (approx. 8.3 inches)
Width: 14.5 cm (approx. 5.7 inches)
Height: 7 cm (approx. 2.8 inches)

Condition and Flaw Disclosure.
The box is in overall good antique condition with a lovely aged patina.
Exterior: The wood veneer maintains a beautiful shine with surface marks and scratches consistent with its age.
Interior: Clean, polished wood, currently unlined (no velvet or fabric interior).

Repair Note: Please note there is a repair visible on the back of the box. This repair is structural and stable, and it has been clearly documented in the last photographs.

Hardware: Original hinges and key escutcheon (lock mechanism has not been tested and no key is included).

Please review all photos, especially the final images showing the repair, for a complete understanding of its antique condition.

A NOTE ON VINTAGE CONDITION.
All of the items in this shop are antique or vintage, meaning they are pre-owned and decades or centuries old. They will naturally show signs of age and wear (patina, minor surface scratches, tiny fleabites, etc.).

We strive to describe and photograph every item accurately. Any major repairs or significant damage are clearly noted in the description and fully documented in the photos. By purchasing this item, you are agreeing to its vintage condition.

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