{"product_id":"vintage-federal-style-mahogany-knife-box-marquetry-shell-wood-inlay-cutlery-box-14-5","title":"Vintage Federal Style Mahogany Knife Box, Marquetry Shell Wood Inlay, 14.5\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe highlight of the piece is a \u003cstrong\u003estunning, genuine marquetry wood inlay shell motif on the lid, featuring delicate sand-shaded detailing\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives the design incredible depth and a three-dimensional quality.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe interior opens on premium decorative brass hinges to reveal a clean, \u003cstrong\u003efelt-lined 6-compartment grid partition\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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. \u003cspan\u003eThe front features a polished brass shield-shaped faux escutcheon plate. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/strong\u003e9\" W x 9\" D x 14.5\" H\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eExcellent. The wood finish is bright and lustrous with minor surface wear consistent with age. Marquetry inlay is intact and flush. Brass hardware \u003c\/span\u003eshows\u003cspan\u003e beautiful shine. Interior felt is clean and free of tears. Please see photos. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51135088984283,"sku":"8925355954971","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/9812\/3369\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-11-13T134343.436.jpg?v=1794595485","url":"https:\/\/goodmansantiques.com\/products\/vintage-federal-style-mahogany-knife-box-marquetry-shell-wood-inlay-cutlery-box-14-5","provider":"Goodman's Antiques \u0026 Estate Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}