GEORGE III MAHOGANY INLAID CUTLERY BOX,late 18th century. Serpentine front, sloping and conforming hinged lid, interior and exterior of cover with inlaid shell design, interior fitted with numerous slots, silver shield-form escutcheon
- 15 in. tall. Estimate $1,000-1,500
Overall good condition. Mild shrinkage to lid, Scattered light age cracks. Small loss of inlay on border of shell medallion. Old restorations to banding and inlay stringing. COnsiderable age crack on side. Has been refinished. Small losses to corners of base.
