Stunning Mechi (1802 - 1880) Antique Rosewood Vanity Box c1850 with writing rest Mother of Pearl inlaid on top (see photos)
3 x Glass bottles with star burst design and silver plated lids. Glass pen/brush holder with silver plated lid. Glass bottle with glass stopper.
Secret drawer with brass pin. Lovely heart shaped mother of pearl key plate (key missing)
The internal mechanism for the lock has been removed as it was causing the box to not shut properly - the lock mechanism will be sent with the box as it may be repairable
Red velvet lid interior.
Made by MECHI 4 Leadenhall Street, London label on inside.
This piece has been well looked after and would look beautiful in your home
28cm long x 16cm high x 21cm wide
John Joseph Mechi was born in London in 1802 to an Italian father who held claim to royal connections both in Italy and England, in the household of King George III. Residing at 4 Leadenhall Street, London, Mechi had also been in the employ of Kensington Palace claiming personal connections with, amongst others, Queen Charlotte
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