American Studio Movement Jewelry Chest in Walnut

A modernist, walnut jewelry box in a near racetrack form comprising a laminated body, a sensuous, hand-sculpted lid, and a single drawer fitted with a forged metal pull, all raised upon a recessed, shallow foot (.19 h). The drawer interior resembles a chocolatier’s assortment box with its solid, undulant frame containing 21 individual niches (each is 2 dia). A substantial piece that weighs over 18 pounds. Likely a one-off design, artist unknown, circa 1970.

5.75 h x 20.25 w x 9 d

Condition: good, age appropriate wear

 

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A modernist, walnut jewelry box in a near racetrack form comprising a laminated body, a sensuous, hand-sculpted lid, and a single drawer fitted with a forged metal pull, all raised upon a recessed, shallow foot (.19 h). The drawer interior resembles a chocolatier’s assortment box with its solid, undulant frame containing 21 individual niches (each is 2 dia). A substantial piece that weighs over 18 pounds. Likely a one-off design, artist unknown, circa 1970.

5.75 h x 20.25 w x 9 d

Condition: good, age appropriate wear

 

Weight 0.4 lbs
Dimensions 41 × 3 × 33 in