1920's Italian Antique Olive Wood Ladies Vanity Box

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This is an antique ladies vanity box. An Italian, olive wood keepsake or jewellery box, dating to the early 20th … Read more This is an antique ladies vanity box. An Italian, olive wood keepsake or jewellery box, dating to the early 20th century, circa 1920.

Unusual form with a fascinating hidden lock mechanism
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Select olive wood stocks present fine grain interest
Mellow caramel hues add to the appeal

Presents as an appealing example of Sorrento ware
Trio of small, hand-painted birds adorn the lid
Distinctive book motif with numbered spines to the fascia
Sliding forward upon its base, the lock revealed by a drop-down panel

Once revealed, the inset lock in working order — key present
Replete with a lightly aged and desirably foxed mirror to the lid interior
Light blue silk cotton cushioned lining ideal for cosseting jewellery

This is a distinctive antique ladies vanity box, with a fascinating sliding mechanism to the base and useful mirror to the interior. Delivered ready to use.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 24.5cm (9.75'')
Max Depth: 13cm (5'')
Max Height: 11cm (4.25'')

Interior Width: 21.5cm (8.5'')
Interior Depth: 9.5cm (3.75'')
Interior Height: 5.5cm (2.25'')

Mirror Plate Width: 20.5cm (8'')
Mirror Plate Height: 8.5cm (3.25'') See less