FINE NEW ENGLAND CARVED MAHOGANY SAILOR’S DRESSING BOX.

FINE NEW ENGLAND CARVED MAHOGANY SAILOR’S DRESSING BOX. Mid 19th Century. The rectangular hinged lid carved with an eight pointed star with round central ivory inlay flanked by carved hearts centered by four spandrels with ivory inlaid cores bordered by conforming foliate sprigs, opening to a compartmentalized interior. The lid mounted with a removable mirror within canted figured mahogany frame. The case exterior with demilune, diamond and cross-hatch carved details, the ends fitted with bail handles. SIZE: 5-1/4″ x 12-1/2″ x 10-3/4″. CONDITION: This fine example with original surfaces, hardware and mirror plate. Old patina. 9-95755 (1,500-1,800)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2009

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	846	$2,070.00	FINE NEW ENGLAND CARVED MAHOGANY SAILOR’S DRESSING BOX. Mid 19th Century. The rectangular hinged lid carved with an eight pointed star with round central ivory inlay flanked by carved hearts centered by four spandrels with ivory inlaid cores bordered by conforming foliate sprigs, opening to a compartmentalized interior. The lid mounted with a removable mirror within canted figured mahogany frame. The case exterior with demilune, diamond and cross-hatch carved details, the ends fitted with bail handles. SIZE: 5-1/4″ x 12-1/2″ x 10-3/4″. CONDITION: This fine example with original surfaces, hardware and mirror plate. Old patina. 9-95755 (1,500-1,800) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2009 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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