ITEM SW00793: An inlaid Chippendale Mahogany Pair of Knife Boxes,
probably American, c.1790

This pair of knife boxes is in immaculate condition, with all its interior compartments, locks, silver escutcheons, etc. (see detail). The mahogany is highly figured and retains a rich, deep luster that has been French polished. Many of these knife boxes have had hard lives and have been altered a repaired through the years. This one has obviously been very special having survived as a pair and in absolutely perfect condition with no alterations or repairs whatsoever. These boxes are fully developed, and edged with satinwood, and the inside lid has an early star inlay with rope edging at the border. The cracks underneath the lids are age/shrinkage cracks, which is to be expected in a piece of this age, confirming its legitimacy. These knife boxes will certainly grace and add to a sideboard.

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Height: 14 3/4 in. Width: 9 1/4 in. Depth: 11 3/4 in.