Item Report
Mid-Century Mahogany 'The Bonnet Box' Sewing Cabinet by Guild
By: Guild (manufacturer’s mark: 'Guild')
Style: Mid-Century American Decorative Arts
Origin: United States
Materials: Mahogany or similar hardwood veneer, metal (hinges and hardware), printed label
Age: circa 1950-1965
Condition: Very Good (original label present, minor wear consistent with age)
Value: $40 - $80 USD
Maker's Marks / Writing: Interior lid label reads: 'The Bonnet Box by Guild' with decorative silhouette logo.
Date: 2025-06-18 06:36:19.668944
Description:
'The Bonnet Box' by Guild is a mid-20th century sewing or storage cabinet, most commonly used for organizing sewing supplies or small household items. The box features a hinged top with a decorative label on the inside lid, depicting a silhouette of a lady in period dress. Crafted from light-finished mahogany or similar hardwood veneers, this box was a popular home accessory item in America during the 1950s-1960s.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This is a charming example of a mid-century American sewing or storage cabinet. While not a high-value antique, it is collectible for its period appeal and utility. The presence of the original interior label and finish enhance its desirability to collectors of vintage homegoods.
Individual Images:
- The close-up shows the internal lid label intact and legible
- which offers solid dating and identification. Slight wear to the hinge and wood finish is visible
- but no significant damage or alteration appears present. The image angle gives insight into the construction and authenticity of the box.
Provenance:
No provenance documentation visible in the images provided.
Condition:
Very Good (original label present, minor wear consistent with age)
Identification Score: 95%
The identification is highly confident due to the clear label inside the lid and identifiable fittings indicative of mid-century home accessory pieces.
Authenticity Score: 98%
The original manufacturer's mark and construction methods strongly suggest that this is an authentic mid-century item by Guild.
Image Memory Note
The box is marked clearly as a Guild 'Bonnet Box', a mid-century American sewing or storage box, with a distinctive period label and hardwood construction.
Keywords
The Bonnet Box, Guild, Mid-Century, Sewing Cabinet, Mahogany, United States, Home Decor, Vintage Storage
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