Mahogany Document Box British, late 18th/early 19th century, hinged domed top finely inlaid with satinwood and ebony, figure of Aphrodite reclining on a dolphin while holding a mirror within a banded oval, three sides with inlay, open interior, silvered escutcheon and egg-and-claw feet, 7 x 18-3/4 x 11 in., losses to veneered surface, minor veneer repairs, drying splits to bottom, lacking interior paper liner. Notes: Brunk Auctions provides condition reports as a courtesy to our clients and assumes no liability for any error or omission. Descriptions are our opinions and should in no way be construed as a guarantee of any kind as to age, condition, materials or any other feature of items being sold. No statement written or oral made by the auctioneer shall be deemed a warranty or assumption of liability by Brunk Auctions or by any seller represented by Brunk Auctions. We are happy to provide additional photographs to aid in your decision. We do not give refunds.. Provenance: Galerie L'Enfante, Georgetown; Tharpe Collection losses to veneered surface, minor veneer repairs, drying splits to bottom, lacking interior paper liner