antique knife box, english, cutlery canteen, oak lined, kitchen, georgian, 1770

Our Stock # 18.9075

This is an antique knife box. An English, flame mahogany cutlery canteen with oak fitted interior, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1770.

• Superb craftsmanship with beautiful figuring and useful proportion
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout
• Select flame stocks present rich caramel hues and striking grain interest
• Chased boxwood inlays decorate surface edges with a lighter caramel colour

• Of distinctive shield form, the canted lid opens smoothly on shield shaped hinges
• Lid interior accentuated with an inlaid boxwood six pointed star
• Arranged as a canteen of 31 individual pieces or 25 pieces with six pairs of tongs
• Canteen crafted from oak, with medium caramel hues and further boxwood inlay

• Dressed with a brass shield lock escutcheon with clasp — key absent
• Drop handles over shaped backplates adorn each side of the canteen
• The whole standing upon a trio of delightful brass paw feet

This is an exceptional antique knife box, with original, quality fitted interior setting it apart from more common, later converted examples. A fascinating example of mid Georgian craftsmanship. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the kitchen or dining room.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 23.5cm (9.25'')
Max Depth: 21.5cm (8.5'')
Max Height: 34cm (13.5'')

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Antique Knife Box, English, Cutlery Canteen, Oak Lined, Kitchen, Georgian, 1770

Antiques.co.uk Ref: X8WM3228B

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