A classic mahogany cutlery box late 18th century, the rectangular box with bombe front and sloped lid opens to reveal a fitted frame perforated for the storage of utensils, includes six green stained ivory handled forks, complete with brass hardware, 36 cm high. Illustrated in Cummins, Dr G., Antique Boxes: Inside and Out, Antique Collector's Club, Suffolk, colour plate 123, p. 81