120 - HARDWOOD JEWEL BOX WITH BRASS MARQUETRY. 19th CENTURY

HARDWOOD JEWEL BOX WITH BRASS MARQUETRY. 19th CENTURY This piece stands out for its richly ornamented lid, featuring delicate brass lines. The interior conceals a fold-out compartment lined with velvet, specifically designed to safeguard letters, envelopes, documents, etc. It opens via a small latch at the top. It features a lock and a brass keyhole escutcheon on the front. (No key included.) It shows slight damage to the brass inlay on the lid and signs of wear from age. Dimensions when closed: 10 x 23 x 16 cm.