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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Bible Box Question(s)

« on: December 01, 2013, 04:56:26 pm »

I'll try to post the dimensions of the box on Friday or so, I had to work in the Bahamas this weekend and the box is at my house in Florida.  Won't be home until then....

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Bible Box Question(s)

« on: November 30, 2013, 05:47:36 pm »

Here are two more photos, one front and one of the bottom.  Most, if not all of the wood on the box seems to be quarter sawn, which is used in better wood making, or so I've been told.  Anyway......many thanks for the feedback, I really love the box and for the $60 I paid, I think it'll make a great, not to expensive addition to the house decor.

Cheers! 

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Bible Box Question(s)

« on: November 29, 2013, 07:53:42 pm »

There is also a burl on the narrow top, above the hinges.  That piece may have been cut from the same section wood, both knots are in the same general area.  Any idea of why the knot is indented?  Maybe a knot dries differently than the regular wood?  (Just guessing....) 

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Bible Box Question(s)

« on: November 29, 2013, 07:40:11 pm »

The area on the top of the hinged lid is a big not, looks like burled wood (if that's the correct phrase).  It is indented/recessed in the area of the knot, not sure why.  These are the only other photos I have of the area, back and front.

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Antique Questions Forum / Bible Box Question(s)

« on: November 29, 2013, 06:16:36 pm »

I picked this up at a thrift store recently and while I do know that it's a bible box what I'd really like to know is if anyone can tell me (or guess) where it may have come from, what type of wood it's made of, the possible value.....  The hinges look more recent (replacement?) and there's a repair in the front center, possibly a lock plate that was removed and a new piece carved to cover the repair.  

Any input would be most appreciated.

Many Thanks,

Bruce