with appealing colour and craftsmanship
offering fascination for collectors of ophthalmic interest
Ebony handle capped with brass
The soapstone feels tactile in the hand
The pinched stiles rise into the shaped crest rail above the swagged splat
Antique Knife Box, English, Cutlery Canteen, Oak Lined, Kitchen, Georgian, 1770 John Gay with appealing colour and craftsmanshipOur Stock # 18. 9075 This is an antique knife box. An English, flame mahogany cutlery canteen with oak fitted interior, dating to the Georgian period, circa 1770. Superb craftsmanship with beautiful figuring and useful proportion Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order throughout Select flame stocks present rich caramel hues and striking grain interest Chased boxwood inlays decorate surface edges with a lighter caramel colour Of distinctive