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Lot 3013

Two Christopher Cantwell Inlaid Wood Boxes

Estimate: $400 - $600
Starting Bid
$200

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Two Christopher Cantwell Inlaid Wood Boxes, rectangular, inset with a variety of exotic and common woods including maple, kingwood, to the tops. The larger box with sliding tray to interior. The smaller example with carved, puzzle type top. Smaller signed in graphite to underside, "C R Cantwell, 1986, 170.87, the larger example signed in graphite, dated 1986, as well, and number no. 120. 

{Approximate dimensions: 3 3/4" H. x 15 1/4" W. x 6" D.}. 

Very good condition, minor surface wear and scratches, minor sticky residue from label. 

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