A 19th century Tunbridgeware correspondence box with parquetry decorated exterior and original fitted interior, 21cm wide; together with a marble cased cigarette box; a further small leather covered box; and a sycamore box painted with a Bedlington Terrier, signed 'Forbes' (4)
Sold for £200
Estimated at £100 - £200
A 19th century Tunbridgeware correspondence box with parquetry decorated exterior and original fitted interior, 21cm wide; together with a marble cased cigarette box; a further small leather covered box; and a sycamore box painted with a Bedlington Terrier, signed 'Forbes' (4)
The Tunbridgeware box with areas of veneer lifting and some marks, dents, scratches overall and some minor losses due to age and use. The marble box with some minor stains and marks, slight chips, otherwise good condition. The leather box modern and in good condition. The Bedlington Terrier box also modern with minor stains, otherwise good condition.
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Auction: The House & Garden Sale, 3rd Apr, 2023
Viewing
Friday 31st March - 10am to 4pm
Saturday 1st April - 10am to 4pm
Sunday 2nd April - 10am to 3pm