Old cylindrical box with string in exotic wood Lignum Vitae
Old cylindrical box with string in exotic Lignum Vitae wood.
Model of string box dating from the 19th century and most certainly English (Georgian era) in exotic wood, perhaps Gaïac, also called Lignum Vitae (tree of life).
The whole is in good condition.
The patina of the wood is slightly damaged but it still remains in good condition.
The varnish is slightly tarnished in places.
There are a few small cracks in the wood on the edge of the lid, without affecting the solidity of the whole.
The hole on the lid was made manually.
There is a small crack at the base of the box.
Height: approximately 15 cm.
Diameter at the base of the box: approximately 9.8 cm.
Full diameter of the lid: approximately 11.5 cm.
Inner diameter of the box: approximately 7.5 cm.
Used item.
This string box has a lifespan of more than 100 years, even 200 years, and it is by no means in new condition. It must therefore be taken into account that despite a rigorous selection and description in order to present a quality set, it may contain minimal defects caused by the passage of time in addition to those indicated in the description. To have an impeccable condition, I invite you to turn to new or more modern objects.