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William IV Brass Mounted Calamander Box, First Half 19th Century

Item Details

Type Box
Materials Wood, Brass
Brand Unknown
Period Antique, 19th Century
Origin England
Key Included Yes
Additional Information From the collection of renowned author William Goldman (1931-2018), author of ‘The Princess Bride.’ Goldman was a novelist and screenwriter who won two Academy Awards: Best original screenplay for Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, and Best adapted screenplay for All the President’s Men. Other notable works include: Marathon Man, Magic, Misery, and many others. He was most proud of his novel, The Princess Bride, a book inspired by his two daughters, which he later adapted into the screenplay for the much beloved, cult classic film by director Rob Reiner. In his later years he resided in the Penthouse apartment at Carlyle House – the residential side of the legendary Carlyle Hotel. His apartment was featured in Architectural Digest in 1995.

Condition

- cracks throughout; repairs to drawers; finish loss; veneer loss; loose brass mounting; nicks; scratches and scuffs; fraying and discoloration to interior pockets; stains; wear consistent with age and use.

Dimensions

19.0" W x 16.0" H x 11.0" D
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Item #

ITMGS79574

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