AN ELIZABETHAN BROWN-PAINTED SYCAMORE ROUNDEL BOX
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AN ELIZABETHAN BROWN-PAINTED SYCAMORE ROUNDEL BOX

CIRCA 1590

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AN ELIZABETHAN BROWN-PAINTED SYCAMORE ROUNDEL BOX
CIRCA 1590
Of circular form, chip carved with geometric ornament, the underside branded with a triad of three initials and with an inked inventory number 'HM.409' (twice), the underside of the cover also inked with an indistinct inscription and with an old indistinct collection label
6 7/8 in. (17.5 cm.) diameter; 4 in. (10.2 cm.) high (2)
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VAT rate of 5% is payable on hammer price and at 17.5% on the buyer's premium.

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Lot Essay

A standing cup with similar carving to the sides with a base section forming a box for roundels is illustrated in Owen Evan-Thomas, Domestic Utensils of Wood, 1992, pl. 17., p.44.

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