Ebony And Ivory Coin Box, 19th Century

Ebony and ivory coin box, 19th century

Period: 19th century

Dimensions: 54 × 34.5 × h 42 cm

Certification: Accompanied by CITES certificate

Elegant coin box veneered in ebony, finely decorated with ivory and inlaid bone inlays.

Front: features a hinged door with a spectacular central inlay depicting a classical scene: a reclining female figure, flanked by other figures and mythological animals, immersed in a landscape animated by flying birds and naturalistic details.

Interior: the small drawers feature knobs and small decorative appliqués, functional for storing coins, jewelry, or small precious objects.

Folding top: the front opens up to reveal a writing and storage surface, also decorated with geometric inserts and ivory inlay motifs.

Decoration: refined floral and arabesque inlays run along the drawers and frames. In the center of the door is a vase of flowers, a symbol of abundance and prosperity.

Handles: sturdy bronze handles on the sides are useful for transport.

The coin box is part of the tradition of collectible and storage furniture, highly prized between the 17th and 19th centuries as symbols of prestige and wealth.

The preciousness of the materials (ebony, ivory, and inlaid bone) and the refinement of the decorations make it a particularly elegant piece.