Historicism Box in Floral Ash Veneer and Rosewood, Austria, 1880s

Overview. A compact historicism jewellery or document box with an elegant floral marquetry lid. Decorative piece combining a light ash veneer ground with darker rosewood inlay for a refined contrast. Materials. Constructed from veneered softwood with floral rosewood inlays; brass hinges and escutcheon for the lock. Ebonised handles and low rounded bun feet provide refined accents. Design features. Rectangular, low-profile silhouette with a centred inlaid panel on the lid outlined by fine stringing. Subtle rounded corners and a polished surface showcase the wood grain and marquetry details. Origin & era. Austrian, Vienna — late 19th century (circa 1880). A representative example of historicist decorative woodworking from the period. Dimensions & use. Width 30 cm × Depth 22 cm × Height 18 cm — compact format suitable for jewellery, documents or display on a dressing table or shelf. Note: pieces containing rosewood may be subject to special export procedures that can extend delivery times.