Charming 19th Century Inlaid English Mahogany Money Box Patrick Meyer picking it up occasionally

picking it up occasionally

with little wire claws that hold tight to the branch upon which he rests

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which is original to the making and I believe makes it all the more appealing

and the addition of a little blue paint would make it disappear

Charming 19th Century Inlaid English Mahogany Money Box Patrick Meyer picking it up occasionallyThis striking box was beautifully constructed and remains absolutely radiant, and I also find it completely charming a perfect balance of folky and refined. C. 1870s and made of mahogany with several different wood inlays, I believe it may have been a collections box, with the initials EH standing for a church or charity rather than the monogram of an individual, but I am not entirely certain. In any event, really a wonderful piece, with unique