French Wood Football Lidded Box. Wooden Soccer Ball Pot. c1930.

This handsome wooden French desk box is in the shape of a 1930's football and has very nice carved detail with the ball being based on a 12 panel leather football.

Description

This handsome wooden French desk box is in the shape of a 1930's football and has very nice carved detail with the ball being based on a 12 panel leather football. The box stands on it's square wooden base and the top half of the pot lifts off to reveal a charming inscription which reads To my good friend. Souvenir.

This box is a very nice quality piece with a beautiful patina and a wonderful tactile feel. Would make a nice gift for a football enthusiast or would look great on display in a shop, sports bar or prop.

Date: c1930.

Material: Wood.

Marked to base: Depose.

Dimensions: 10.5 cm (4 inches) Length. 10.5 cm (4 inches) Width. 12.5 cm (5 inches) Height.

Weight: 354 g.

Condition: Excellent used antique condition with only light signs of use in keeping with age. No breaks, splits or damage. Please see pictures.

References

SKU: FFWB1674