Antique English Regency Toleware Footed Coal Box or Scuttle with Brass Handles

This antique German sugar box is composed of .875 silver and dates to circa 1850 in the Biedermeier style. The box sits on ornately crafted feet and features clam shell relief decora...

This antique pressed glass jewelry casket or jar is unsigned but presumed to have been made in the United States in circa 1880 in the period Vict...

This large antique paper mâché and lacquered box is unsigned, but presumed to have been made in England in circa 1870 in the period Aesthetic Movement style. The box was made as a sewing chest, but could be adapted for other purposes such as a jewelry box. The box is composed of paper mâché with a glossy black lacquered finish. The stepped top has scalloped edges and a detailed border of inlaid mother of pearl done with a floral motif. The central portion of the box's top is done with large pieces of mother of pearl or abalone shell and accented with flaked gilt details. The front and sides of the box are accented with hand-painted gilt detailing and the inside of the top is hand painted with floral accents. The inner tray of this box is divided into several compartments, some having fabric covered lids with molded handles. The inside of the box is paper lined in the same blue patterned paper as the tray. There is small brass lock on the front of the box, but there is no key. The box is finished with round squat biscuit shaped feet. Please note that due to the composition of this box, it may only be shipped within Canada.

This antique writing box or lap desk is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from England and date to approximately 1880 and done in the perio...

A fine antique enamel tea caddy. With a gilt bronze mounted lid. In the South Staffordshire manner. Decorated with floral sprays and rocaille swags to all sides. Likely...

Decorate a hearth or fireside with this elegant antique coal scuttle. Crafted in France circa 1880, the bombe-form container is built of elm and walnut with a warm and rich patina, and rests on shaped bracket feet. The serpentine silhouette is accented with finely cast gilt brass mounts, including scrolling cartouche appliqués and side handles, adding a refined decorative touch to the utilitarian form. The molded top features a carved gadroon border and a raised lid centered with a floral rosette and brass finial. The interior retains its original removable zinc liner, designed to safely hold coal or kindling, while the hinged lid allows for easy access. The combination of noble materials and practical construction reflects the quality of late 19th century French craftsmanship, where even functional fireplace accessories were treated with decorative intention. The antique coal holder...

Fine antique Regency inlaid brass rosewood tea caddy having a spectacular inlaid brass top and carved moulded rosewood edge, lift up lid opening to reveal a fitted interior with the ...

Antique Victorian Brass Mounted Coromandel Tea Caddy with a fitted interior and working key.