19c British Coromandel, Brass With Large Jasperware Medallions Book Slide

PRESENTING A GORGEOUS, VERY HIGH QUALITY AND RARE 19C British Coromandel, Brass with Large Jasperware Medallions Book Slide.

Probably made in England circa 1870-80, from glorious imported Coromandel wood imported from the British Empire Colony of Ceylon (now Sri Lanka).

Two hinged ends, that lift upwards to support the display of treasured books.

The outer side of each end, has beautiful brass moldings with “Celtic Cross’ motif and a large Wedgwood Jasperware circular medallion insert, which insert is set into a roped border/setting.

The piece sits on a platform plinth and one side, slides sideways to make the storage/display area greater.

Felt/baize covered base.

Not marked, but undoubtedly by a top maker!

The ‘Celtic Cross’ motif’s might indicate an Irish connection and possibly it was made for the Irish market and retailed by a fine retailer like ‘T.K. Austin’ of Dublin.

Provenance: From a Fine Mississippi Estate. Originally acquired in the UK.

Dimensions: Closed: 7.5 inches tall, 10.5 inches wide and 6.5 inches deep

Open: 7.5 inches tall, 13.75 inches wide and 6.5 inches deep

Condition: Very good original condition. One or two very minor scuffs to wood and one very small chip to one of the medallions but nothing significant to devalue the piece.