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Large William and Mary 17th Century Inlaid Olive Oyster Lace Box

£5,500

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Large William and Mary 17th Century Inlaid Olive Oyster Lace Box

A fine and rare large parquetry inlaid 17th-century William and Mary period olive oyster lace box. 1680-1700, England

The cross-grain moulded top is entirely covered in well-placed oyster of olive in geometric patterns, inlaid with a parquetry star of ebony and box to the centre and to each quarter, opening to a framed interior of olive and baized lined.

Similarly, the cross-grain moulded frieze is veneered in olive oyster.

The box is in superb condition and of very good colour, mellowing over centuries to a lovely patinated finish.

Lace boxes work very well placed on a piece of furniture or on top of a coffee table/ottoman.

Condition

Good. Wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions

Height: 6.11 in. (15.5 cm)
Width: 23.04 in. (58.5 cm)
Depth: 19.3 in. (49 cm)

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