French Antique Travelling Jewellery Box in Cuban Mahogany

This French antique travelling jewellery case, dating from around 1810, is made from solid Cuban Mahogany. It has been sculpted from a single piece of wood, and then sawn in half to make up the main section and the lid. The wood has then been hollowed out for the interior to be fitted. The box is finished with a rectangular brass lock frontage, central brass escutcheon, and inlaid brass stringing to the perimeter of the lid.

The interior is lined with black velvet and matching moiré silk. It has been compartmented into nine sections, ideal for holding cufflinks and smaller items of jewellery.

The characteristic double action lock comes with its working key. ... Read More