Antique Lady's Work Box, English, Rosewood, Sewing, Table, Regency, Circa 1820

Our Stock # 18.7025

This is a quality antique lady's work box. An English, Rosewood sewing or haberdashery table, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

• A table of elegant Regency craftsmanship
• Displays a desirable aged patina
• Select Rosewood a delight of fine grain interest
• Rich caramel hues beneath the wax polish finish

• The tiered lid edge with canted corners opens upon internal brass hinges
• Beneath, a pierced apron with delicately carved circular pattern
• Adorning the canted corners are four decorative panels with foliate carvings
• Attractive fretwork motif to the front fascia with elaborate scrolled foliage

• An inset, working lock holding the lid securely – key present
• The dressed interior a shock of scarlet hues with a suite of compartments
• Large central cover reveals the deep compartment within the up-stand
• Raised upon a turned baluster support with dashing bulb leaf carving
• Eye-catching hyperboloid platform, from which, short scrolled toes ride upon small castors

This is an alluring antique lady's work box or sewing table. Striking Rosewood offers visual appeal and is ideal for central room placement. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 44cm (17.25'')
Max Depth: 36.5cm (14.25'')
Max Height: 75cm (29.5'')