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Antique Victorian Tunbridge Ware Mosaic Inlaid Box / Glove Box – 23.5cm Cube Mosaic & Cubes c1870

Antique Victorian Tunbridge Ware Mosaic Inlaid Box / Glove Box – 23.5cm Cube Mosaic & Cubes c1870

Regular price £290.00 GBP
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An antique Victorian Tunbridge ware mosaic inlaid wooden box, measuring 23.5 cm in width, 9.5 cm in depth, and 6.5 cm in height.

You will struggle to find a better example .....

The exterior is decorated with characteristic Tunbridge Wells micro-mosaic woodwork, featuring a central panel of geometric tumbling cubes set within intricate mosaic tessellation borders across the hinged lid and surrounding the lower body.

The interior retains its original fitted lining and includes a pair of vintage wooden dip pens. The box is fitted with a functional lock and is accompanied by a matching key with a decorative tassel.

Dimensions:

  • Width: 23.5 cm

  • Depth: 9.5 cm

  • Height: 6.5 cm

Specifications & Details:

  • Item: Tunbridge ware mosaic inlaid box (glove or stationery box)

  • Era/Age: Victorian (mid-to-late 19th Century)

  • Materials: Multi-wood micro-mosaic tesserae, timber core, paper/textile interior lining, brass lock

  • Accessories: Two original vintage wooden dip pens, working key with tassel

Condition Excellent antique condition. The exterior micro-mosaic inlay is intact with no noted losses. The interior lining displays historical wear and paper loss consistent with age, while the structural box and lock remain fully functional. Review all high-resolution photographs to inspect the exact condition.

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