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Vintage Wooden Desk Organizer Boxes Set of 2 Striped Parquetry Brass Inlay 8.8"
Vintage Wooden Desk Organizer Boxes Set of 2 Striped Parquetry Brass Inlay 8.8"
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Cultural & Historical Provenance
Enhance your home workspace, library, or vanity with this exceptional, curated set of two vintage handcrafted wooden desk organizers and keepsake boxes. Sourced from distinct mid-century artisanal design movements, this functional pairing beautifully balances geometric modernism with classic global metalwork.
Box 1: Multi-Compartment Striped Wood Parquetry Box
Dimensions: 8.2" L x 4.0" W x 1.8" H
Artisanal History: This box showcases the mid-century block-lamination and striped parquetry technique. Master woodworkers carefully glue together alternating blocks of natural, contrasting native hardwoods—including golden teak, warm cedar, and dark rosewood—to create a striking, seamless linear grain pattern. Designed as a high-end office accessory, the lid lifts off to reveal an integrated three-compartment interior. It is perfectly optimized for organizing fountain pens, desktop tools, stationery items, or daily jewelry.
Box 2: Hand-Inlaid Brass Grapevine Valet Box
Dimensions: 8.8" L x 3.3" W x 1.8" H
Artisanal History: Crafted from dense Indian Rosewood (Sheesham), this hinged stationery box features a detailed brass sheet and wire inlay depicting a winding grapevine and leaf motif. This meticulous metal-trapping technique is native to the legendary carving guilds of Saharanpur, where artisans have passed down precision inlay methods for generations. The lid opens on sturdy brass hinges to showcase a vivid royal blue velvet-lined interior, historically favored to safeguard luxury writing instruments, spectacles, or precious keepsakes.
Specifications
Materials: Indian Rosewood (Sheesham), Teak Wood, Inlaid Brass, Royal Blue Velvet Lining
Lot Size: Set of 2 coordinating vintage storage boxes
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with fully functional lids, tight wood joinery, clean interior compartments, and a rich natural wood patina.
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