April Spring Spruce Up Uncurated Auction

3 Victorian Papier Mache Lacquered Boxes

This auction ended on April 28, 2022.

Start price: $100

Estimated price: $200 - $300

Buyer's Premium: 28%

Sold for: $200

Description

3 Victorian papier-mache lacquered boxes with gilt and inlaid mother of pearl. Tea caddy with scalloped edge and 2 compartments, Victorian lap desk opening to velvet writing surface, storage compartment and pen holder. Marked "VR" with crown on interior hardware. Jennens and Bettridge glove box. Marked on the underside. Fraying and discoloration to the interior fabric. Crazing to the lacquer of each. Wear to gilt.
Lap desk: 11 1/2" L x 10 1/4" W x 4"H.