This handmade tissue box is covered
in select European ("Circassian")
Walnut Burl. veneers. Because of its
color, hardness and grain it is a prized furniture and carving wood. Walnut
burls (or 'burrs' in Europe) are commonly used to create bowls and other turned
pieces. Veneer sliced from walnut burl is one of the most valuable and highly
prized by cabinet makers and prestige car manufacturers.
The inside
dimensions are 4 3/4" x 9 1/2"x 4 1/4" tall. Box walls are 1/4" thick , box does
not have a bottom. The cover fits as a sleeve over the top of the cardboard
tissue box the opening fits nicely with the oval shape of the box.
This product was added to our catalog on Saturday 16 February, 2008.