AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR
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AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR MAHOGANY AND STRAWWORK BOX
the plain polished exterior fitted with hinged lid and drop-front with straw work-covered drawers with carved bone handles, compartments and mirrors, overall measurements -- 12½ x 14½ x 10in. (32 x 37 x 25.5cm.) closed
Probably the result of a private commission - the box appearing to be a good quality example, converted and lined by the prisoners. It is known commissions were undertaken - the Governor of Norman Cross near Peterborough had his telescope covered and it remains on display in the town's museum.
the plain polished exterior fitted with hinged lid and drop-front with straw work-covered drawers with carved bone handles, compartments and mirrors, overall measurements -- 12½ x 14½ x 10in. (32 x 37 x 25.5cm.) closed
Probably the result of a private commission - the box appearing to be a good quality example, converted and lined by the prisoners. It is known commissions were undertaken - the Governor of Norman Cross near Peterborough had his telescope covered and it remains on display in the town's museum.
Condition
typical wear and fading associated with this type of artefact, with stronger colouring inside draws, several old worm holes to front, mirrors oxidised, drop front with shrinkage crack top left, the lid with two/three scratches.
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AN EARLY 19TH-CENTURY NAPOLEONIC FRENCH PRISONER-OF-WAR
Estimate £150 - £250
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