Cast Iron Chest with Embossed Brass Designs
Cast Iron Chest with Embossed Brass Designs
5" (13 cm.) l. The cast iron ebony chest is surmounted by a silver bowl supported by four gold-plated dolphins, features four brass claw feet and is ornamented on front and sides with raised brass figures depicting a Grecian scene; the back side hinges open to reveal a blue velvet pincushion and four little tinplate drawers. Excellent condition. Early 1800s.
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Cast Iron Chest with Embossed Brass Designs
5" (13 cm.) l. The cast iron ebony chest is surmounted by a silver bowl supported by four gold-plated dolphins, features four brass claw feet and is ornamented on front and sides with raised brass figures depicting a Grecian scene; the back side hinges open to reveal a blue velvet pincushion and four little tinplate drawers. Excellent condition. Early 1800s.