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Description:
Ref: 724JB   http://hygra.com/box/724JB 

Antique Box of impressive architectural form veneered in rosewood and decorated with bold stylised floral inlays in brass. The inlays follow the contours of the shape of the box, emphasising its inspiration which derives from ancient monuments. It stands on turned feet and it is edged in gadrooning. Circa 1815-20

The shape is inspired by the second phase of ancient discoveries, which brought the monuments of Egypt and the rest of the middle east to the attention of the erudite. The sides lean inwards and this is further emphasised by the inlay pattern which is narrower on the top. This suggests looking up at a temple and seeing its top at a distance and therefore shrinking. The lid is formed at an angle with the box suggesting the roof. The sides are in gently sloping pyramid shape concluding in a plateau. The whole piece pays tribute to ancient architectural construction. The feet help the appreciation of the form by giving its base a lift.

Origin: UK ;  Circa: 1820; Materials: .

Size: 32cm wide by 24cm by 14 cm:  12.6 inches wide by 9.5  inches by  5.5 inches.

Condition: good overall; working lock and key; see images

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