Antique Coromandel Combination Scent Bottle/Jewellery Casket Tantalus 19th C

This is a superb antique late Victorian brass mounted coromandel wood ladies combination scent bottle and jewellery casket of miniature tantalus form, Circa 1880 in date. The whole tantalus has been decorated with angular brass mounts, the top has a vacant shield shaped cartouche, ready to be inscribed. The mirrored rear section is inset with three cut glass circular scent bottles with facetted globular stoppers. The front is fitted with twin hinged covers that have inset bevelled glass panels opening to a stunning leather lined interior with a lift out compartmented tray. Complete with the original working lock and key. It is a truly decorative piece which is also very practical and would make a lovely gift. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm:Height 20 cm x Width 25 cm x Depth 24 cm Dimensions in inches:Height 8 inches x Width 10 inches x Depth 9 inches Our reference: A5114 Please feel free to email or call us (+44 20 8809 9605) to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse.

Estimate:£1,350

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