This barrel-shaped hand made Melon Box is turned from a single block of dense fruitwood, decorated with vertical bone inlays and brass rivets. The interior features a deep, aged patina from its original protective sealant, characteristic of maritime craftsmanship intended to protect contents from salt air. The interior is traces of the original sealant.
It was turned from, likely, solid Fruitwood (Walnut or Pearwood) and decorated with hand-carved bone filets and finial, as well as domed brass rivets and studs.
Condition:
Excellent antique condition. Original bone finial and inlays are intact. Natural age-related flaking to the interior sealant and minor surface wear consistent with age. No repairs or modifications. A few missing small studs.
Dimensions:
9 cm at the widest, 8 cm tall including the finial.
Please note:
Buyers are responsible for any customs fees, import duties, or taxes charged by their country.
US orders: These will temporarily be shipped via Royal Mail with customs fees paid by me.
All items are vintage or antique - their condition varies but is never new! All items are dispatched recorded: including their detailed condition and the packaging - this is done for transparency, and also as proof if any breakages happen in transportation despite the very careful wrapping.
Will be sent by the Royal Mail Insured Delivery. All orders are shipped with packaging and items documented for Royal Mail insurance; in the event of transit damage, please provide photos of the outer and inner packaging along with the damaged item within 48 hours of receipt.
