Inlaid Veneered Box Made in Sorrento Italy Late 1800s
Features
Origin: Italy
Main essence: Maple , Brazilian Rosewood , Rosewood
Material: Wood , Burl , Mirror
Description
Box made of veneered and inlaid wood with threads of different wood species: maple, rosewood, bois de rose and burl reserves on the lid. A removable drawer with compartments inside and mirror under the lid. Manufactured in Sorrento, Italy, late 19th century - early 20th century.
Product Condition:
Object in good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The lock requires revision.
Dimensions (cm):
Height: 12
Width: 28,5
Depth: 22,5
Additional Information
Main essence:
Maple
Hard, light wood used for inlays. It grows mainly in Austria, but it is widespread throughout the northern hemisphere, from Japan to North America, passing through China and Europe. It is one of the lightest woods ever, tending to white, it is similar to lime or birch wood. The briar is used in the production of ancient secretaires .
Brazilian Rosewood
It is a hard, light blond wood, but with strong red and pinkish veins, which is obtained from tropical trees similar to rosewood. Its veins are reminiscent of striped tulips, which is why it is called tulipwood in English-speaking areas. It is used for inlays, often combined with bois de violette. In the 1700s and 1800s it was highly appreciated and used in France and England for precious veneers. It gives off scent for decades if not centuries after curing.
Rosewood
Under the term Rosewood various exotic, hard and heavy woods have been united, characterized by a color that varies from pink to violet. Their origin is usually from Latin America, India and Africa and are still considered very valuable woods. Until the end of the eighteenth century, this name also referred to the bois de violette . In general, rosewood woods began to be imported into Europe starting in 1750 and were first used for veneers and inlays in England, flanked, by contrast, with lighter woods. Later, entire valuable furniture was manufactured both in England, mainly in the Regency style, and in France, starting from the Neoclassical period. Material:
Wood
Burl
Mirror