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Interesting oak lock box with secret compartment Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1800 item# 1018234 (stock# 2721)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $75.00
Hand made oak safe box. An early either 17th or 18th century box with fittings for paper and stationery storage as well as a secret compartment. Although somewhat crudely or roughly made(the hasp was added later)the style etc assures us this is very early. 15" X 10" X7 1/2". Rather roughly made, and with nicely patinated wood box.

" Extraordinary trotting match against time" Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Pre 1900 item# 1017207 (stock# 2220)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $450.00
A hand colored print published in 1839 by J. F. Herring,in a plain gold leaf frame. Engraved by Charles Hunt. Outside frame measures 28" X 36". Some water stains at the bottom of the mat and frame.

Inlaid box Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1900 item# 1016701 (stock# 2719)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $280.00
A 19th century veneered and inlaid folk art box , 5 1/2" X 14" X 10"., whose plain interior retains most of the red paper lining. There are some repairs and replacement to some of the inlays, etc, but considering the age and expected wear, in pretty good overall condition.

Small Trunk Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1900 item# 1016700 (stock# 2717)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $275.00
A pony hide and rivet nailed trunk fit with a lock (no key), 10" X 20" X 10". The inside still with "wallpaper lining", though in worn condition. Missing one handle and having some worn areas.

Majolica fish form wall pocket vase Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Pre 1910 item# 1004900 (stock# 2206)
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A pocket or wall vase of majolica in the form of a goldfish, hung on the wall with the mouth upward and open allowing for floral display. 11" in length.

Apple form Tea Caddy Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1900 item# 1001732 (stock# 2222)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $450.00
A solid mahogany carved tea caddy in the form of an apple, approximately 5" high altogether. Tinfoil interior lining.

Page Turner Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Pre 1900 item# 1001598 (stock# 2203)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $375.00
This painted with nine colorful birds perched on a flowering spring branch. The style very typical of the last half od the 1800s, or "Arts and Crafts" style. A satinwood and other wood page turner or "reader" that served as an aid to one reading the newspaper or any large portfolio, which would briskly turn pages while reading as well as serve to serve as a guide in keepin the place for reading.

Georgian Knife Box Catalogue: Antiques: Furnishings: Accessories: Boxes: Pre 1837 VR item# 855264 (stock# 8638)
click for details		Gordon S. Converse and Co. 610.722.9004 $1,800.00
A fine inlay mahogany Georgian knife box offering an original interior with slotted receptacles for knives, spoons, and other sterling dining utensils. Most knife boxes have altered or missing interiors, but not this one. The upward opening lid opens reveals inlay on the inside lid in addition to the exterior casement. Late 18th or early 19th century, and of superior craftsmanship. The lock, now damaged, has the keyhole covered with an engraved silver shield.

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