Info needed for boxes

Discussion in 'Antique Discussion' started by L0z, Jun 21, 2019.

  1. L0z

    L0z Well-Known Member

    Hi

    I am seeking info on the following 2 boxes as I know nothing about them. Any help appreciated
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  2. Bakersgma

    Bakersgma Well-Known Member

    Dimensions would no doubt be helpful.

    Where did you get them?
    How long ago?
     
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  3. L0z

    L0z Well-Known Member

    If course! My bad!! I acquired them some time ago and have had them in storage for a while, which I am busy trying to get into some kind of order. I know that the 2nd, smaller box is definitely quite ‘old’ but have no idea just how old. I know that it was either used as a needlework box or jewellery box. It’s a very nice quality wood and finish in excellent condition. The first box I know nothing about but remember wondering whether it’s vintage or a modern day reproduction. Either way it’s quite a nice piece, I’ve not seen one before which is what attracted me to it. Having said that it may well have some age and history behind it, I really don’t know....dimensions to follow in just. A few moments
     
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  4. L0z

    L0z Well-Known Member

    1st box:28x23x24cm
    2nd box: 24x12x7cm
     
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  5. patd8643

    patd8643 Well-Known Member

    The first looks like a store display box and may have had 2 more shorter shelves on the inside. The bottom drawer stored the items for sale that were displayed above.
    Patd
     
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  6. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    men's jewelry boxes
    the last could be a ladies box.
     
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  7. L0z

    L0z Well-Known Member

    Any idea of the age please?
     
  8. bluumz

    bluumz Quite Busy

    They look rather recent to me, meaning anywhere from yesterday to mid-20th century, especially the first one. But I'm no expert, wait for more decisive/knowledgeable opinions.
     
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  9. komokwa

    komokwa The Truth is out there...!

    i don't see any of them being older than the 80's..
     
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  10. Jivvy

    Jivvy the research is my favorite

    The first one screams late 1970s to me, but I also thought the second one was older.
     
  11. Ownedbybear

    Ownedbybear Well-Known Member

    Second one looks like a nice silk lined 1920s ish mahogany jewellery box.
     
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  12. L0z

    L0z Well-Known Member

    This definitely has age to it. The first I agree is more likely modern
     
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