Rare Antique Georgian Era "Envelopes" Stationery Casket, Box, Cut Steel Pique absinthe Some evidence of professional restoration

Some evidence of professional restoration to paint only

Top of the line

and no damage chips or cracks

We have others also listing this week (sold separately) as I begin to close out my own collections

or a Grand Tour honeymoon souvenir - it is noted

Rare Antique Georgian Era "Envelopes" Stationery Casket, Box, Cut Steel Pique absinthe Some evidence of professional restorationVery fine & rare antique Georgian era 8" stationery casket, a uniquely shaped box with marcasite or steel pique 'jewels', "Envelopes" incised mother of pearl cartouche and fitted interior! We have a few other examples of this era's finest style, light burled wood, sometimes lemon wood, and the pique. We do have one other large casket or chest, a cashmere or trousseau chest, but that one is a bit more plain and not worked as extensively with the