Jan & John Maggs

Antiques and Art

A narrow slide-lid box

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Probably made to house a sharpening stone or pencils, this petite dovetailed box has a narrow, sliding lid suspended between shallow rabbets on either side of the opening. Made of walnut or mahogany, the exterior has a soft, well-worn surface. Very good condition.

From the Matt King estate.

English, 1850 – 80

Length: 10 ¾”; Width: 2 ½”; Height: 1 ⅞”

Price: $175

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