Vintage Federal Style Mahogany Knife Box, Marquetry Shell Wood Inlay, 14.5"
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A beautiful vintage Federal-style mahogany knife box, capturing the elegance of late 18th-century dining room appointments. This high-quality 20th-century revival piece features a classic sloped top, a graceful serpentine curved front, and heavy brass side carrying handles.
The highlight of the piece is a stunning, genuine marquetry wood inlay shell motif on the lid, featuring delicate sand-shaded detailing that gives the design incredible depth and a three-dimensional quality.
The interior opens on premium decorative brass hinges to reveal a clean, felt-lined 6-compartment grid partition, perfect for safely storing fine flatware, organizing stationery, or utilizing as an elegant desktop letter sorter. Dividers are easily removable . The bottom is fully lined with protective black felt to safe-keep your tabletops. The front features a polished brass shield-shaped faux escutcheon plate.
Please note: True to many high-end decorative reproductions of this era, this is a decorative faux lock element designed for aesthetic historical accuracy, there is no internal lock mechanism or key required.
Dimensions: 9" W x 9" D x 14.5" H
Condition: Excellent. The wood finish is bright and lustrous with minor surface wear consistent with age. Marquetry inlay is intact and flush. Brass hardware shows beautiful shine. Interior felt is clean and free of tears. Please see photos.