Victorian Mother of Pearl Trinket Box & Basket (Mermaids Purse) victorian choker This is a beautiful oak

This is a beautiful oak country occasional table from the Georgian period

The Van Horns were a wealthy Dutch family but the translation from Dutch is also “mayor” of Horn which is a village in the Netherlands

5cm deep x 74

6cm width x 12

The glass is slightly foxed with some aged spots on it but this gives it a wonderful rustic charm

Victorian Mother of Pearl Trinket Box & Basket (Mermaids Purse) victorian choker This is a beautiful oakDelicate in appearance but sturdily built, this late 19th century trinket box is crafted from natural mother of pearl and brass. Originally a trinket box or for precious keepsakes, they were often called Mermaids Purses. The little mother of basket is a delight too. The purse is in good antique condition with fully functional hardware and the little basket has a slightly broken handle. A beautiful and romantic gift. Dimensions Basket is 5cm and purse