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Edwardian Marcus & Co. 14K Gold & Essex Crystal Box

Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1920   item# 883646

Edwardian Marcus & Co. 14K Gold & Essex Crystal Box
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$8950 

An exquisite 14K yellow gold Edwardian dresser box by Marcus & Co. The surfaces are engraved in a classic pattern of parallel bands enclosed within border reserves of stylized floral motifs. The box is raised on squared bracket feet.

The lid features a stunning reverse-carved Essex crystal depicting a group of Mallard ducks taking flight from their rush nests as a fox leaps at them. This is certainly one of the most detailed Essex crystals we've seen, with amazing detail. The paint is applied thinly so the water has a very realistic, limpid appearance against the more solid textures of fur, feathers and rushes. The crystal is backed with mother-of-pearl.

The box's interior is lined with mahogany panels. The bottom of the box is made of gold-plated metal rather than solid 14K, for added strength. The sides, lid and feet, however, are entirely worked in 14K gold. The bottom edge is hallmarked "Marcus & Co. New York 14KT". Marcus & Co. was one of the most important American jewelry houses from the late 19th through the mid-20th centuries. It was in direct competition for both designers and clients with other makers such as Tiffany & Co. John D. Rockefeller was one of Marcus' largest clients.

Origin: America, ca. 1920. Condition: excellent, all original, no dings, no monograms. Size: 5-15/16" x 3-1/4" x 1-3/4". Weight (with liner and plated bottom removed): 302.0 grams.


Victorian Inlaid Wooden Stereograph

Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1900   item# 21716

Victorian Inlaid Wooden Stereograph
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$225 

Attractive and unusual Victorian inlaid wood stereograph. When the lid is raised and a stereograph is inserted in the holder, the viewer looks through the magnifying portal for a realistic three dimensional view.

Origin: probably English, ca. 1850. Condition: very good, although there is some chipping of the veneer along the edges. Size: 5.25" x 3.25" x 1".


19th cent. Tortoiseshell Lacquered Snuffbox

Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1900   item# 20193

19th cent. Tortoiseshell Lacquered Snuffbox
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$115 

Striking snuffbox lacquered in an uncommon tortoiseshell finish. The top is further decorated with two unusual gilt "cobweb" type designs. Probably English, ca. 1830. Outstanding condition. 3-3/4" x 1-3/4" x 1-1/4".


19th cent. Paint Decorated Lacquered Snuffbox

Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1900   item# 20192

19th cent. Paint Decorated Lacquered Snuffbox
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$95 

Rectangular black laquered snuffbox enhanced with mustard- and red-painted decoration on all six surfaces. The inside of the lid is engraved "Alexr C. Stark/Paterson, NJ". American, ca. 1830. Excellent condition, showing slight surface wear where Mr. Stark (obviously a right handed gentlemen) placed his thumb to open the box.


Decoupaged Brook's Thread Box

Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1920   item# 19772

Decoupaged Brook's Thread Box
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$95 

Colorful thread box, the hinged top decoupaged with playing cards. Both the inside lid and the bottom have labels proclaiming "Brook's Soft Finish is the Perfection of Sewing Thread."

Origin: America, ca. 1900. Condition: very good, some crackling of finish. Size: 5" x 4" x 2".


Faux Tortoise Lacquer Tobacco Box

Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1837 VR   item# 19769

Faux Tortoise Lacquer Tobacco Box
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$65 

Lacquer tobbaco or snuff box with faux tortoise finish and brass Maltese cross inlay on the lid.

Origin: England, ca. 1820. Condition: good; some crackling and scratching of lacquer surface; one 1/2" and one 1/8" flake on the bottom. Size: 3-1/2" diam.; 1-5/8" tall.

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