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A very rare James II or William…
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Melbourne
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19-Sep-2023
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A very rare James II or William and Mary period olive-wood and holly lace-box. English, late 17th century. Provenance: Alexander George Antiques London. Jason E. Sprague collection; London / Melbourne. Notes: 'Lace boxes' were popular amongst the middle and higher classes of English society from circa 1660-1740 - through the reigns of Charles II; James II; William and Mary, Queen Anne; George I; and George II. The finest early examples of such boxes were decorated with 'oyster' veneer, and with various marquetry designs, using woods such as walnut, holly, olive, and kingwood. Although many lace boxes of later fabrication are extant, early examples of outstanding craftsmanship, in an exceptional state of preservation, are rare, with rarity being increased in boxes of smaller dimensions. Dimensions: 27.9 cm long, 21.2 cm wide, 7 cm high
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