A fabulous example of a French Fruitwood box carved beautifully carved into the form of a Trunk. Look closely at the amazing detail, the side handles, the leather stitching, the leather straps and buckles. The box alone is a work of art, and another surprise awaits inside. There is a push button to the front releasing the lid and once opened the two original perfume bottles are revealed decorated with the original gilding. A very fine, exquisite and highly collectible box in superb condition. 4" x 2 5/8" x 3 3/4" tall; each bottle measuring 1 3/4" x 1 1/8" x 3" tall. Dating to the late nineteenth century, c.1880. Item ID: 40103 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 40103
Dimensions
Height = 9 cm (4")
Width = 10 cm (4")
Depth = 6 cm (3")
Carved French Fruitwood Trunk - Perfume Box c.1880
Price
£1,895
| $2,387 USD | €2,286 EUR
Item Ref
40103
Description
A fabulous example of a French Fruitwood box carved beautifully carved into the form of a Trunk. Look closely at the amazing detail, the side handles, the leather stitching, the leather straps and buckles. The box alone is a work of art, and another surprise awaits inside. There is a push button to the front releasing the lid and once opened the two original perfume bottles are revealed decorated with the original gilding. A very fine, exquisite and highly collectible box in superb condition. 4" x 2 5/8" x 3 3/4" tall; each bottle measuring 1 3/4" x 1 1/8" x 3" tall. Dating to the late nineteenth century, c.1880. Item ID: 40103 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From London, England FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 40103
Dimensions
Height = 9 cm (4")
Width = 10 cm (4")
Depth = 6 cm (3")