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W.A. Jewell glove box c.1895 inlaid glove boxes, such as this…
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Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
16-Nov-2009
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Description:
W.A. Jewell glove box c.1895 inlaid glove boxes, such as this fine example, were popular during the colonial period. W.H Jewell established himself as a cabinetmaker in Christchurch about 1875 and he and his family, including W.A. Jewell, continued in the trade well into the 20th century. This labeled box displays some very typical Jewell features including the use of Akeake kite shaped inlays in the corners of the top, basket weave rewarewa patterned panel, and the use of burr and compression grain totara as decorative timbers. Width 26 cm. Depth 13 cm. Height 7 cm
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Category:
Small Wooden Items: Boxes - Writing, Sewing, etc.