Furnished content.
(from Lumberjocks.com)
The design of this box is based on the Egyptian sarcophagus form combined with the influence of Chinese curves, which came to increasing prominence during the 1820's Regency period.The exaggerated concaved shaped sides and the use of heavy paneled dome top, which gives a weighty,
solid structure to the box, and the use of more exotic figured veneer reflects the style as it developed going into the 1820's. This design was often found on Regency style tea caddies and work boxes.
This box Is veneered in bird's eye maple with african blackwood trim and sits on turned wooden bun feet. The key escutcheon is mother of pearl and it has a hand polished lacquer finish.