Fancy Engraved "Joan of Arc" Mixed Metals Trinket Box

This is a rare and unique trinket box done in mixed metals of copper and brass.  It depicts a highly detailed engraved bust of Joan of Arc on the lid with the words "Joanne D'Arc" above it and "L. Bottini, Del-Gr" beneath.  The bust is done in copper and the surround is brass.  I am not sure the significance of the signature beneath.  L. Bottini could be the engraver but I have not been able to locate any information about him/her. If you know, please feel free to share.  It is a truly beautiful little box that measures 2" diameter x 3/4" deep.

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Beautiful Sterling Silver Trinket Box with Hand-Painted Enamel Guilloche Flowers Dated 1896

This beautiful little trinket box defies its age ... it looks brand new but I had Marks4Antiques research the hallmarks for me and it dates to 1896.  Here is what they said:

~Lion Rampant  -  UK Sterling Assay Hallmark for silver content of at least 92.5%
~F in oval or circle  -  UK Hallmark for silver items that have been imported
~"a" in this specific format  -  UK Date Letter Code for 1896
~HL  -  Maker's or Merchant's mark  -  unfortunately, unknown  -  likely had this made to order for sale in the UK. Probably made in Continental Europe.

The lid closes but does not snap so would not be usable in a purse, just setting on a dresser or display shelf.  The silver is fairly heavy and the piece is hallmarked inside the lid and the base.  The enamel guilloche covers the entire lid and is in excellent condition.  There are some dents around the bottom of the rounded base but this would be the least I would expect being this old.  Measures approximately 1-3/4" diameter x 1" high.  Opening is about 1-5/8" diameter..

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Lovely Sterling Silver Crystal and Enamel Guilloche Powder or Trinket Jar - Mappin & Webb, Birmingham, 1913 with Lamb's Wool Puff

What a gorgeous little powder or trinket box this is!  Cut crystal base is topped by a sterling silver light teal enamel guilloche design in an art deco pattern.  It is beautifully shaped rather than being round.  It was made by Mappin & Webb of Birmingham in 1913 (hallmarked on rim).  It is in absolutely pristine condition with no damage whatsoever.  Just gorgeous!  Included is a lovely little lambswool puff with a tiny ribbon on it.  Measures 1-3/4" diameter at lid which overhangs the base a bit x 1-3/8" high. 

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Gorgeous Art Nouveau Art Glass Powder Jar by Verlys France with Frosted Relief Butterfly Design and Merino Lamb's Wool Puff

This fabulous art glass powder jar was made by Verlys in France and features high-relief butterflies on the lid in frosted glass.  The design bears a strong Art Nouveau influence and dates from the 1930's.  It is beautifully done and has a polished base (there are some wear scratches on the base) and the entire piece is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks.  It has the original knob on top and is signed with the etched Verlys signature inside the jar.  I am including a lovely brand new handmade 100% Merino wool fluffy puff (see photos).  Measures 6-1/8" diameter at the rim, 6-5/8" diameter across the base, 1-1/2" high not counting the relief or knob.

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Note: I found this piece on the internet sold for $1200!

Trinket or Pill Box with Hand-Painted Birds on Cloisonné Enameled Panels & Jeweled Top

This rare and very old trinket box is just a delight!  There are little birds painted on all sides and doves on the lid.  There is a deep pink jewel on the center of the top and the colors of the enamel are jewel tones of sapphire and emerald ... very pretty!  I have no idea what the metal base is on this as there are no markings; however, the inside is done in gold wash with pretty embossed designs in the lid and on the bottom.  I have never seen another like this and I would guess it to be well over 100 years old.  The lid snaps closed tightly so it would be an excellent pill box.  There is one area of missing enamel on the hinge on the back and one tiny dent on the bottom front.  It's really an adorable little box.  Shaped like an elongated octagon, it measures almost 1-1/2" x 1-1/8" x about 3/4" high give or take.

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Lovely Claw-Foot Jeweled Hand-Painted Portrait Powder Box with Cobalt Blue Enamel Trim Made in Italy

This stunning jewelry casket is just about as good as it gets!  A beautiful hand-painted portrait of a maiden with upswept hair (probably done on ivory as it is under glass).  She is surrounded by ornate embossing and inset with tiny jewels all the way around (one is missing).  The cobalt enamel surrounding her is sprinkled with gold dust.  The remainder of the box is trimmed in cobalt blue as well as more tiny jewels all the way around.  The entire box is raised up on three detailed claw feet.  When you open the box, there is a round beveled mirror in the lid and the bottom is done in gold gilt.  I have added a pink maribou puff.  It is marked "Made Italy" on the inner rim of the lid.  Overall condition is extraordinarily good with only the one tiny stone missing in the small ones around the portrait (I didn't even notice it until I viewed the enlarged picture for this listing!).  There is a dent in the bottom which is visible in the photos as well, but it doesn't impact its use.  Perhaps it could be hammered out but I prefer to leave it as found.  This beautiful box measures 3-1/8" diameter x 1-1/8" high.  The claw feet protrude a bit further than the diameter of the box.  Mirror has a bit of cloudiness from age but is totally usable. There is some darkening to the finish around the edges and around the bottom which may be able to be polished out but again, I prefer to leave condition as found. 

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Sterling Silver Japanese Engraved Patch or Trinket Box (att. to Tokugawa Shogunate)

I purchased this amazing little box from a local auction several years ago.  When I bought it, I was told it was sterling silver although there are no marks indicating such (probably due to its age).  There was an original inked description found inside the box which read "Made for a member of the Tokugawa Shogunate for whom this crest was reserved."  In researching this further, I found and printed out the information regarding the crest which was from Japan's Tokugawa period which lasted from 1603 to 1867 (printout included).  So I am assuming this box dates from that era.  In any event, it is in excellent condition with a couple of teeny little dints in the metal sides that don't detract at all.  The lid fits snugly onto the base and would make an excellent pill box.   I am incuding a (modern) velvet pouch to keep it in.  Measures 1-1/4" diameter x 1" high.

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Beautiful Sevres Trinket Box with Courting Couple on Top, Gilt Interior  ~ Made in Paris

This gorgeous little porcelain trinket box was made by Edme Samson & Cie (Samson Ceramics) in Paris.  The company made very realistic accurate reproductions of earlier Meissen, Dresden, and Sevres porcelain pieces and were in business from 1845 - 1969 using this mark.  The outside has rich gold gilt surrounding a romantic couple in a pastoral scene on the lid and is finished in brass ormolu.  Inside is finished in a bright, shiny gold gilt.  It is in excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks or damage of any kind.  It measures 2" wide x 1-5/8" deep x 1-1/4" high.

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Sterling Silver Enamel Guilloche Patch or Powder Box with Hand-Painted Scene

What a gorgeous patch box or powder box this is!  The box is a beautiful pale aqua blue enamel guilloche with a full hand-painted scene on the lid depicting lovely pink flowers abloom on either side of a meandering stream.  A castle can be seen in the foggy mists on the left side of the scene and the setting sun is giving the sky a vibrant cast.  The interior of the box has a full size lid in the mirror and a new maribou feather puff is included.  It is marked "935" on the base but no other marks can be found.  There is just the teeniest of fleabites on the very bottom edge but that is the only noticeable damage to the piece other than an age typical faint scratch or two on the lid only visible when inspected in the light.  It's a wonderful piece and can be used in your purse to hold pills or small valuables as the lid snaps closed tightly. I have included many pictures to give you an idea of the true beauty of this wonderful powder box.  Measures 2-1/2" diameter x 7/8" high.

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Antique Artifact Trinket Box Made From Porcelain Vase Shard From Ming or Ching Dynasty

During the Cultural Revolution in China in the 1960's, many valuable porcelain vases and artifacts were destroyed by the Red Guard.  From these broken shards, small boxes were hand-crafted to fit the individual pieces to preserve them into something usable today.  This particular piece of porcelain is from a vase which dates from the Ming or Ching Dynasty (14th to 19th century) of China.  I purchased this along with several others from the same collection and included is the slip of paper that was found inside documenting the history of the piece.  It is truly unique and definitely one-of-a-kind.  Note the unique shaping to fit the curvature of the porcelain shard (see all photos).  Measures 1-5/8" square x 1-1/4" high.

NOTE:  The three boxes immediately below came from the same collection; however, they do not have the slip of paper regarding the historical significance of the shards they were created from.

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Antique Artifact Trinket Box Made From Porcelain Vase Shard

During the Cultural Revolution in China in the 1960's, many valuable porcelain vases and artifacts were destroyed by the Red Guard.  From these broken shards, small boxes were hand-crafted to fit the individual pieces to preserve them into something usable today.  This particular piece of porcelain is a deep rich cinnabar color and has a slight curve to it.  I purchased this along with several others from the same collection.  The blue and white one above was from the same collection which told why/how/when these were made but there was no paper indicating the age period this particular shard was from.  All I can tell you is that the artifact used for this piece was part of this revolution and is a historical piece that is truly unique and definitely one-of-a-kind.  Note the unique shaping to fit the curvature of the porcelain shard (see all photos).  Measures 2-1/4" long x 2" wide at one end x 1-3/4" wide at other end x a bit over 1-1/4" high.

NOTE:  This box came from the same collection as the one immediately above; however, it does not have the slip of paper regarding the historical significance of the shard it was created from.

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Antique Artifact Trinket Boxes Made From Porcelain(?) Shards

During the Cultural Revolution in China in the 1960's, many valuable porcelain vases and artifacts were destroyed by the Red Guard.  From these broken shards, small boxes were hand-crafted to fit the individual pieces to preserve them into something usable today.  These particular pieces are either porcelain or stone.  I purchased these along with several others from the same collection.  The blue and white one (two above) was from the same collection which told why/how/when these were made but there was no paper indicating the age period these particular shards were from.  All I can tell you is that the artifact used for this piece was part of this revolution and are historical pieces that are truly unique and definitely one-of-a-kind.  The dark-topped one has a bit of a gap where the porcelain/stone did not fit down into the frame completely.  It only shows when light is exposed from the reverse side.  Oval in shape, they measure 1-1/2" long x 1-1/8" wide x almost 1" high.

NOTE:  This box came from the same collection as the ones immediately above; however, it does not have the slip of paper regarding the historical significance of the shard it was created from.

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Patch or Pill Box with Hand-Painted Roses on Purple Enamel Guilloche Background

I have had this pretty purple enamel guilloche patch or pill box in my personal collection for several years now. Purple is a very rare color to find in enamel guilloche and the case on this one, although unmarked, resembles rose gold. It is quite lovely! The enameling is very prettily done and you can feel each rose as it is slightly thicker where they were painted on. The enameling is in perfect condition with no scuffs or scratches of any kind. The lid snaps closed tightly so it would be fine for holding pills in your purse. All in all it is in great condition and just a lovely little box. Measures 1-1/2" x 1-1/8" x almost 1/2" deep. 

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Sterling Silver Trinket or Patch Box with Enamel Guilloche Hand-Painted Flower Basket in Cloisonné

Offering for the first time this beautiful cloisonné trinket or patch box in sterling silver with a hand-painted basket of flowers on the lid.  The entire lid is covered in a background of cornflower blue embellished with gold flowers and decorations around the perimeter.  The inside is done in gold vermeil.  The shape of this is also unique being oval rather than round or square, thus fitting in the palm of your hand comfortably.  The lid snaps shut tightly so it would also make a great container for pills in your purse.  It is marked 925 on the rim inside the base and a hallmark which is incomplete but I believe it is for Martin Mayer, a German silversmith who was in business from 1888 to 1940.  Overall in excellent condition with only a few tiny imperfections (if you even want to call them that) visible with a loupe and a bit of gold loss on the right side.  All in all a great piece!  Measures 2" x 1-3/8" x 5/8" deep. 

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Birdseye Maple Jewelry Casket with Hand-Painted Center Vignette of Bluebirds and Two Pearl Gems

This is a beautiful early jewelry casket done in birdseye maple with bronze ormolu trim.  The center vignette has a medallion with two hand-painted bluebirds accented with a pair of pearl jewels.  The box rests on four tiny brass ball feet.  Inside is a removable tray with storage beneath.  Interior is lined in red fabric which is original to the piece.  There is a key lock but I do not have a key for it.  As for condition, the box itself is in excellent condition.  There are two pieces of the ormolu trim missing (one corner and one edge) but the box is so ornate that these are truly not even missed. The finish is all original and is truly beautiful ... patina on the bronze ormolu is lovely.  Measures 5-5/8" x 3-5/8" x almost 3" high.

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Reverse Painted Flowers Rouge or Patch Box with Cut Crystal Base

This was described as a sulphide reverse on glass patch box when I purchased it years ago ... exactly what that means, I am not sure but the design is cut into the domed glass top from beneath and then painted to give it a three-dimensional appearance.  The hinged lid opens to reveal a mirror in the lid and the base is cut crystal with a polished bottom.  I am including a tiny lambswool puff if someone would want to use it as a small powder jar or blusher.  The metal is a gold wash which does show some age appropriate wear (see photos).  Other than that, the piece is in excellent condition.  Measures 1-7/8" diameter x 1-3/8" high.

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Cobalt & White Enamel Guilloche Patch Box

Here is a quaint little patch box made of brass (I believe) with a very pretty lid in alternating bands of cobalt and white enamel guilloche.  The white has a design in the guilloche with lines and dots; and even though it has a bluish tint in the pictures, it is actually snow white.  And the blue is a deep cobalt shade.  The inside has an original old lambswool puff with ruching on the back so it could have been used as a powder box or a patch box.  There was no mirror in this piece.  There are no makers marks or marks of any kind to identify where or who made it.  Overall in very good condition with minor age appropriate wear to the finish.  Measures 1-1/2" diameter x 3/4" high.

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Gorgeous Moser Cobalt Glass Jewelry Casket with Gilt Foliate Decoration and Keys

Such a rare find!  Here is an absolutely gorgeous cobalt glass jewelry casket attributed to Moser.  The hinged top is beveled and domed and opens smoothly.  The handles are beaded bails which swivel and the feet are on balls with beaded scrollwork attaching them to the body of the box.  The decoration on the box is all done in raised gold gilt.  There is some wear to this on the beveled corners which are evident in the pictures.  The brasswork has a lovely aged patina and even some verdigris and oxidation which I prefer to leave as is for the purist.  There are two keys which come with it but I think the lock is frozen as I can't get them to turn and I don't want to risk breaking the keys.  Perhaps some oil would free them up but I never bothered with it.  The only damage to the piece is on the front right beveled edge ... there was a chip in the glass about 1" from the upper corner which was touched up with gold gilt.  Other than that, it is a beautiful piece which would be a highlight in any setting.  Moser pieces are rarely found and this is a true beauty!  The box itself measures 3-5/8" across x 2-1/2" deep x 4-1/4" high.  The feet add about another inch to the total width. I have taken MANY pictures of this lovely item so be sure to view them all.

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French Hand-Painted Dresden/Meissen Style Dresser Box by Paris Porcelain Decorating Studio with Ormolu Trim, Circa 1880 - 1920

I have never had another piece made by this company from Paris, France.  I had the mark researched by Marks4Antiques.com and they credit it to the Paris Porcelain Decorating Studio who worked on Dresden & Meissen style porcelains from 1880 - 1920's.  This piece is exquisitely done with hand-painted florals around a center vignette or roses and other flowers.  There is a garland or laurel leaves around this in gold.  The outer border is a lavender shade with more gold decoration on it (this is also repeated at the top and lower edges on the bottom half).  The lid is hinged with brass ormolu and works fine and snaps closed nicely.  It is in beautiful condition with no damage whatsoever and no missing paint or gold (the white areas in the photos are simply glare from reflections).  The inside also has hand-painted roses in the lid and the base.  There is some crazing visible on the interior but to me, this only adds to its proof of age.  Measures 3" x 2-1/4" x 1-3/4" high.

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Porcelain Figural Trinket Jar by Artoria Limoges with Ormolu Trim

This is a darling little porcelain trinket box made by Artoria Limoges of Limoges, France, depicts a farm scene with two figures in the foreground.  I have not been able to date the box exactly but I am thinking it is from the 50's or 60's.  It is fitted with an ormolu hinge and clasp and has gold embellishments on the sides. The scene looks to be hand-painted but with a loupe you can see it is transfer.  I have taken several close-up shots of it for you to see.   The base has a more contemporary hallmark.  All in all, it is a darling little box even though it is not antique yet.  It is in excellent condition throughout.  Measures 2" diameter x 1" deep. 

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Sterling Silver Figural Pill Box

This sterling silver figural pill box has a full painting on the lid of -- I believe -- Aphrodite & Cupid and I cannot remember the other's name.  If anyone knows, please email me.  The scene is hand-painted and is quite lovely.  The enamel is in great condition.  There is a little "blob" of enamel on the male figure's head but no damage.  The inside is damascened in a coil design. The lid has a slightly domed shape.  Bottom has a few scratches but nothing significant.  Hallmarks inside for 925 and a maker's mark I am currently researching.  It looks like and M or a W in a wreath.  Marks4Antiques.com was unable to identify it but had this comment:  "Although I can't confirm because it is not otherwise marked with the known or documented hallmarks for that country, I believe this to be Austrian and perhaps, in this case, W is a reference to Vienna (Wien).  It is definitely in the style of items you'd expect from that region around early 20thC (1910s - 1920s)."  Measures 2-1/4" x 1-5/8" x a bit over 1/2" deep. 

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Gorgeous Portrait Porcelain Dresser Jar or Jewelry Casket with Beautiful Lady in Dishabille on Top

This is a really pretty porcelain dresser box or jewelry casket featuring a classic beauty in dishabille ... with lustrous flowing locks and a ribbon or flower in her hair.  I have tried to research who she might be and a close likeness is Marie Doro, a famous actress in the early 1900's*. The entire top of the jar or box is made up of this portrait.  The portrait is not hand-painted but rather transfer but that does not take anything away from it's attractive appearance.  The outside of the box is a deep crimson color as is the bottom with ormolu fittings.  The inside is white and has hand-painted flowers in the bottom portion.  It is oval in shape and is hinged on the left side.  The box measures 2-1/2" wide x 3-3/8" long x 1-1/4" deep and is in excellent condition.

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*If anyone knows who this actually is, please feel free to email me.

Lovely Footed Portrait Jewelry Casket with Pierced Openwork Sides

I just love this adorable jewelry casket featuring a beautifully dressed woman on the top. The figure appears to be hand-painted to me but I honestly can't swear to it. It may be a combination of transfer and painting.   The entire top is porcelain and it is bezel prong set into the case.  The bottom portion is all pierced openwork stamped brass.  The interior is lined in a rose silk ... the top portion is pleated and the bottom portion is faded and slightly shattered but usable. I have never seen another quite like it ... be sure to look at all the photos to appreciate its beauty. The box measures 2-3/4" x 2-1/4" x 2-1/4" high and is in excellent condition.

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Porcelain Patch Box or Trinket Box with Three Figures on Top Made in Germany

Here we have an early porcelain trinket or patch box with ormolu fittings.  The box features a scene on the top which covers the entire top of the box of two women a young lad in a garden setting.  I am unable to tell if the scene is transfer, hand-painted, or a combination of both.  Either way, it is just lovely and the colors are very vibrant.  The sides of the box curve out slightly from the top and have a luster pearl effect. The bottom is incised with a design number and the word "Germany". It is inexcellent condition with no chips or cracks whatsoever and is truly beautiful.  The box measures 1-3/4" diameter at the top, almost 2" diameter at the bottom, and 1-1/8" high.

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Victorian Era Portrait Celluloid Dresser Box with Contents

This is a truly beautiful and quite large Victorian celluloid vanity or dresser box featuring a portrait of a lovely young lady on the lid. She has lustrous flowing dark curls and is elegantly dressed in a lace ruffled dress with matching bonnet which she is holding the ribbons from in her hands.  The box itself is covered in green celluloid printed with large pansies in all different vibrant colors.  It is really quite striking!   The interior features three sections:  the top portion lifts to expose a pink lined compartment which houses a mirror, small patch box, nail buffer, and a brush which are original to the piece.  The detailing on the accessories is quite lovely with blue tints to the designs.  Due to age, there are some stress cracks on the handles but they are structurally sound. There is also a small scissors which were in there when I bought it but are not original.  Below this top compartment are two pink silk lined drawers for jewelry. The hardware on the box is all brass in excellent shiny condition.  The two drawers have ring pulls and the back plates are fashioned like small flowers in keeping with the floral design of the box itself.  Very cool!    The case portion itself measures 10" wide x 6" deep x 7-3/4" high.  The base is 11" x 7".  It is in very good condition throughout. At the edge of the portrait where the lid dips down, the trim is lifted slightly (visible from side angle in pics).  This could be easily glued down but I have not bothered with it as it is not objectionable to me.  I have owned this in my collection since 2006 and this is the first time it's been offered.. 

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French Bronze Jewelry Casket with Hand-Painted Royal Family Portraits of Napoleon, Louise, and Napoleon II

This stunning shaped jewelry casket is done in Battersea enamel with gold gilt embellishments surrounding three hand-painted portraits (probably on ivory) of Napoleon and Louise and their son Napoleon II, also known as the King of Rome.  The sides are richly embossed and the interior is lined in padded fabric with roses.  Each little painting is exquisitely done with minute detail.  Conditionwise it is excellent with only a very faint hairline visible in the white enamel near the name Louise.  Each vignette portrait is mounted under glass.  Measures 3-1/2" x 2-3/4" x 1-1/8" high. Unmarked.

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Continental Sterling Silver Trinket or Patch Box with Rose Tinted Patriarchal Crosses on Lid and Gold Vermeil Interior

This unique little sterling silver box is a bit of a mystery. There is a hallmark which is indecipherable but after some extensive research by Tom from Marks4Antiques, I am going to just describe it as continental in origin, meaning European.  The patriarchal crosses on the lid, also known as Cross of Lorraine, are done in a pink tint for contrast and is just so pretty.  The interior of the box is done in a rich gold vermeil.  Also unique is the shaping of the box. The bottom and top are slightly convex so have a rounder feel in the hand.  What could this box have been used for? It is anyone's guess but it could have been for a rosary, patches, trinkets, pills, or anything small enough to fit inside.  The lid snaps shut snugly. It is in excellent condition and measures almost 2" diameter x 1" deep.  I am enclosing the research regarding origin with the piece.

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Figural Repoussé Sterling Silver Trinket or Patch Box with Puttis on Lid and Figures on Sides by Storck & Sinsheimer, Germany

I just love the shaping and details of this adorable little trinket or patch box with its richly repousséed top and sides.  The lid has three puttis picking apples with a large bushel filled at their feet.  The sides depict different scenes of a man and woman leaving a church, perhaps having just married, and a shepherd and lamb. Both of these are repeated around the edge and back. The lid snaps closed tightly so it would securely hold your valuables.  There are hallmarks on the bottom indicating it was made by Storck & Sinsheimer from Hanau, Germany.  According to Marks4Antiques, the Hanau region was known for several silversmiths who created exceptional works, many of which were exported extensively to other countries, mostly USA and UK.  The piece was made between 1874 - 1926 and is in excellent condition.  Measures 2" wide x 2-1/4" long x almost 1" deep. 

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Beautiful Sevres Dresser Jar with Hand-Painted Cupid on Lid with Gold Accents

I just LOVE this beautiful dresser jar with its full-bodied Cupid on the lid.  The body of the jar is done in a deep cobalt blue with hand-applied gold embellishments in excellent condition.  It is unmarked Sevres (when I bought it at an art gallery auction near us, this is how it was represented).  The jar is in mint condition with no wear or damage of any kind.  It can be used as a powder jar and I am including a darling little hand-made lambswool puff to go with it. Measures almost 2-1/2" diameter x 1-3/4" high.

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Moser Style Beautiful Cranberry Glass Powder Jar with Hand-Painted Village Scene, Enameled Decoration & Ormulu Mounts

This is a very early cranberry glass powder jar with a hand-painted scene on the lid with two figures walking in the foreground.  The scene is surrounded by a white enamel wreath garland with gold accents and tiny colored dots.  This same wreath is repeated on the lower half of the jar.  All of the enamelwork is hand done.  Brass ormulu mounts surround both top and bottom.  Inside I have included a new lambswool puff with a tiny green ribbon ... so sweet!  Jar is in excellent condition throughout.  Jar was handmade as evidenced by the polished pontil mark on the base.  Hinge is in excellent condition and lid snaps shut tightly  This is a really gorgeous piece that will stand out in any dresser collection!  Measures 2" diameter x 1" high.

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Sterling Silver Deeply Chased Double-Scalloped Heart Shaped Jewelry Casket with Hippocamps on Top made in 1893

This is a stunningly gorgeous chased jewelry casket was made in 1893 by Whiting Mfg. Co. (no relation to Whiting & Davis; you can read more about it by clicking here) and features a beautiful pair of hippocamps (mythological winged seahorses).  The box is heart shaped and has a double-scalloped edge on both the lid and the base. The lid of the box is quite high which gives it a most attractive shape.   It is intricately done in deep chased designs around the top and the side edges (see all pictures).  The Whiting Mfg. Co. kept a date log and this piece dates to the year 1893 (see photos for copy of the date chart) which makes this piece over 123 years old!  There is a monogram on the center top that says "EG". It is a large box measuring 4-5/8" x 4-5/8" x 2-1/4" high and weighs 5.7 oz.. 

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Sterling Silver Scenic Trinket or Pill Box with Hand-Pained Enamel Bunnies in Country Setting

This is an adorable little trinket box done in sterling silver with a hand-painted scene on the top of a pair o bunnies in a pasture with a white picket fence and mountains in the background.  The scene covers the entire lid and is signed with the letter "M".  The piece is hallmarked but I am not 100% certain I have correctly identified the year.  I think it was made in 1983 although it could be much earlier. I cannot identify the maker (CNB) but I think it is London or Birmingham.  If anyone can correctly identify the marks as to date, where made, and by whom, I would really appreciate it.  The box is in mint condition with no damage or wear of any kind.  The lid is hinged and snaps shut securely so would make an excellent pill holder.  Measures 1-3/8" x 7/8" x 3/4" high.

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French Bronze Jewelry Casket with Artist-Signed Hand-Painted Portrait

This beautiful little jewelry casket features four recessed panels in a lovely shade of peach enamel guilloche surrounding a center portrait hand-painted (probably on ivory) beneath glass.  The sides and top are all finished in repousse designs in intricate patterns. The inside has a velvet lined lid and an original padded lining in the base.  It is a beautiful piece.  The portrait is artist signed but I cannot make out the name.  It looks like "Lamy" or "Lannz" ... you be the judge. Although the box itself is not marked, it is more than likely made in France.  Measures 3-1//4" diameter x 1-1/2 " high.

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French Bronze Heart-Shaped Jewelry Casket with Artist-Signed Hand-Painted Portrait on Lid

Here is an absolutely stunning heart-shaped French bronze jewelry casket with a hand-painted portrait of a gorgeous young lady in her Sunday best that covers the entire lid of the piece!  The box is richly embossed on the sides in an Egyptian motif and the bottom is embossed with French fleur-de-lis.  Inside the original padded lining can still be found in excellent condition to gently cushion your precious jewels.  The painting is signed "Hermundez" in blue on the lower right side.  The painting is beneath a piece of glass with curved bevel edge.  Overall it is in excellent conditon with great patination to the bronze.  Measures approximately 3-3/4" diameter x 4" high x 1-3/8" deep.

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French Bronze Jewelry Casket with Artist-Signed Hand-Painted Portrait on Lid made for Stern Brothers in New York

This is a really gorgeous little French bronze jewelry casket with a hand-painted portrait of a lovely maiden on the lid dressed in a beribboned bonnet.  Her gown has peachy pink tints that accentuate the blush in her rosy cheeks ... so pretty!  The painting is signed under the beveled glass but I can't read it as it is too far beneath the rim ... I can make out a K and possibly a P.  It could be removed but I choose not to do that as I don't wish to risk breaking the prongs that hold it in place.  Typically these paintings that are hand-signed are done on ivory and this may well be the case with this one as well. The interior still retains its original fabric lining with padded bottom in excellent condition.  It is signed on the bottom "Stern Brothers ~ New York ~ France". Measures 2-3/4" diameter x 1-1/4 " high.

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Hand-Painted Limoges Style Porcelain Jewelry Casket with Thoren's Music Box

This is a beautiful Limoges style jewelry casket with a beautiful shielded crest on the domed lid surrounded in gold gilt edging.  All of the painting is hand-done and the interior is lined with pale gold silk.  The music box is a Thoren's movement made in Switzerland and plays "La Ronde"  (click here to see and hear the video).  The box is quite beautiful with hand-painted flowers all the way around the sides and inside the lid as well.  The only mark other than the Thoren's name on the music box works is a "T" in blue on the base.  It is in excellent condition. Measures 5-1/4 in. x 3-1/2 in. (box only not counting clasp portion) x 2 in. high.

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Stunning 19th Century Gorham Sterling Silver Dresser Jar with Enamel Guilloche Hand-Painted Portrait and Jewel-Studded Repoussé Lid

Without a doubt this is one of the most beautiful dresser jars I have ever owned and it is over 100 years old!  Made by Gorham, it bears hallmarks that date it between 1863 - 1890's.  The base is cut crystal and is fitted with a polished and ground stopper.  The crowning jewel, literally, is the lid on this piece.  The top is richly repousséd with flowers and vines and each flower center has a different color jewel ... I have not had them checked to see if they are real but based on the date and quality of this piece, they very well may be.  The center of the lid is fitted with an inset portrait hand-painted of a lovely Victorian lady with a feather brimmed hat done on an enamel guilloche background.  It is richly embellished with 24 kt. gold and -- get this -- there is even a tiny jewel on the feather of her hat!  Honestly I have never seen anything of this quality ... it is just fabulous.  The crystal base is fluted all the way around with bevel cuts to the tops of each flute leading to a cut flower.  So pretty!  The base of the piece is polished with a cut star design.  It is in excellent condition with the only thing worth mentioning being a small fracture line in the bottom of one of the flutes where it was probably bumped (actually may even be from the manufacturing as it is inside almost like a stress line) but you can't feel it and there is no chip ... just a line that you can see when you hold it a certain way.  If you are looking at the piece, it would be on the far left bottom edge where you would not see it on a table.  I tried to show it in the pictures but again, in person, you just won't even notice it.  Measures almost 2-1/4" diameter at base 3-3/8" tall.  The portrait inset is 1" diameter.

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RARE! Sterling Silver Curling Stone Trinket/Patch/Pill Box with Moss Agate & Tiger Eye Gemstone Top by James Freeman, London, 1896

This is truly one of the most unique little patch or trinket boxes I have ever owned and it was obviously made for a Curling afficianado!  The top handle is made of tiger's eye and is centered on a polished piece of moss agate.  This in turn is set into a sterling silver lid engraved with some type of markings of which I have no idea of their significance ... they are unevenly shaped and start small on one side while getting larger as you go around.  This leads me to think it might have been some type of calendar or counting mechanism but again, I have no idea how it would work.  To me it is just a pretty decorative border.  Another oddity about it is that there was a piece of paper inside with the word "Griebie" in script.  A name? Again, no idea!  The glue where it was attached has come loose but you can see it has been in there for many, many years.  The box is hallmarked for James Freeman Co. of London (company went into business in 1881) and date stamped for 1896.  One or two very minor slight dents (VERY minor!) ... otherwise excellent condition.  The box measures 2" diameter x 1" high not counting the handle which would add about another 1/2".   It is a genuine antique being well over 100 years old!

Note:  A similar one is being sold in an English antiques store for over $550 and it does not have the gemstones. 

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Stunning Sterling Silver Figural/Scenic Patch or Trinket Box - Hand-Painted Iridescent Enamel Guilloche

This is such a beautiful patch or trinket box stamped 925 Sterling.  The scene is of a fisherman fishing at sunset on a mountain lake ... so tranquil ... the sky has rainbow clouds in pink and yellow and aqua.  While there is only an R.P. for the maker which I can't identify, I assume that it is Norwegian as most of these done in this style come from that region.  If I am able to track down the maker, I will update this listing.  Meanwhile, let me tell you about the box ... the scene covers the entire lid as shown.  The sides have a band of cross-cut diamonds all the way around.  The inside is done in gold vermeil.  The enameling on the lid is perfect to my eye with no scuffs, scratches or damage evident.  The guilloche pattern is done in concentric wavy lines which make the image almost holographic (you can make out the rays that shoot out from the center in the picture).  It is just a fabulous box and will stand out in any collection!  Measures almost 2" diameter x 5/8" high and has a slightly domed lid.

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Sterling Silver Aqua Enamel Guilloche Dresser Box by William B. Kerr, pre-1927

Here is a very elegant dresser box made by the William B. Kerr Company of Newark, New Jersey ... I say pre-1927 because the company was bought out by Gorham in that year.  This company was well known for its high-end Art Nouveau jewelry and vanity items and this piece is certainly proof of that.  The workmanship is extraordinary with the cloisonné inset bands of white enamel separating different guilloche patterns on the lid.  The interior of the box has a light application of gold vermeil.  The lid fits snugly over the base and it is quite weighty.  The insignia for the Kerr Company can be seen clearly on the bottom of the piece.  It is in excellent condition with the exception of one very teeny fleabite in the clearcoat on the lower side edge that can really not even be seen ... only felt.  It is almost indiscernible unless you know it is there.  It is a beautiful piece and a stand-out in any collection.  The bottom of the piece has damascened swirls.  It came in a box which may or may not be original from Bechtel Jewelers of West Palm Beach, Fla.  Measures 2-3/8" diameter x 1" high with a slightly domed lid.

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Pretty Blue Enamel Guilloche Patch Box with Mirror

This very pretty little patch box could double as a pill box as it closes tightly.  The guilloche patterns in the lid are intricate and quite lovely.  There is a full mirror inside the lid but the piece is unmarked.  I assume that it is silverplate or some type of silver alloy as it does tarnish but is not marked sterling anywhere.  Beneath the rolled rim there is a pinkish hue which could be a copper base.  Since the lid does fit snugly, I have to use a fingernail or small wedge to open it which is easy enough to do as there is a rim under the lid in which to do this.  Condition-wise, the enamel guilloche lid is excellent with no scuffs or scratches that I can see.  There are a few scratches on the bottom of the piece which you can see in the photos (and look much worse in the pics).  There is also one tiny little dent in the bottom edge, also visible in the pictures ... priced accordingly.  All in all it is a great functional piece for a very reasonable price.  The box measures 1-1/2" diameter x 1/2" high.

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French Sterling Silver Cut Glass Powder Jar with Hand-Painted Enamel Guilloche Figural Lid - Signed "Le Palais Royal"

This beautiful enamel guilloche powder jar features a rendition of "The Music Lesson" by Nicolas Lancret (original painting is in the Louvre) hand-painted on the lid in a surround of aqua blue with gold scrolling leaves.  The painting is very detailed and the colors are quite vibrant.  The bottom of the jar is all cut glass and has a full silver collar which bears the insignia for  Sterling Le Palais Royal.  This gorgeous jar is in fantastic condition with no chips or damage of any kind to the glass.  The top has only one or two very minor scuff marks visible only when held to light.  Note that even the side of the lid is finished in beautiful enamel guillloche.  It measures 3-3/4" diameter at widest part of jar x 2-3/4" high. Lid is 3-3/8" diameter and is nicely domed on the top.  It is just exquisite!

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Gorgeous Hand-Painted Cobalt Figural Patch or Trinket Box - Artist Signed - With Iridescent Blue Accents

I assume this is French but it is not marked anywhere other than the artist's initials which are YB. The lid is almost a full painting of a lovely Victorian lady with flowing locks. The headband in her hair and the matching sash are done in an iridescent aqua blue that shimmers in the light. Surrounding this is an intricate border of tiny dots and circles. The entire remainder of the box is a deep rich cobalt blue with great depth to the color. It is finished on the inside in gold wash. The box measures 2-1/8" diameter x 1-1/8" high and is in perfect condition with no wear evident anywhere.

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Extremely RARE Hand-Painted Hinged Limoges Porcelain Box with Ormolu Mounts

In all my years of collecting, I have never before come across another Limoges box like this one. It is all hand-painted and the top portion is hinged to open. It is fitted with ormolu mounts with a flowerette clasp. It closes snugly and it is in excellent condition ... all of the paint is present with no wear at all. It is signed on the base. Overall the piece measures 2" wide x 3" high x about 1/2" thick. It is absolutely exquisite ... done in a matte finish rather than the more typical gloss.

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Lovely Hand-Painted Enamel Guilloche Figural Scene on Cut Crystal Base Trinket Box

Here is a stunning little cut crystal trinket box with a beautiful hand-painted romantic couple on the lid surrounded by a pink enamel guilloche border. Around this is a band of solid white enamel to set it all off. It is truly exquisite. The base metal appears to be a brass or copper alloy ... it has a nice patina and I do not want to polish it as I prefer the aged patination on a piece such as this. The cut crystal paneled base has a polished bottom. Overall it is in excellent condition with no scratches, chips or damage of any kind. The base measures 2" diameter at the widest portion while the lid is 1-7/8" diameter. The height is 1-1/2" to the top which is slightly domed.

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Large French Hand-Painted Capodimonte Jewelry Casket with Bas Relief Puttis and Gilt Ormolu Mounts

This is the most beautiful and amazing Capodimonte jewelry caskets I have ever seen ... the size is very large and it has full bodied puttis in bas relief on the lid and all the way around the oval shape of the box ... be sure to look at all the pictures. The details are all hand-painted and it was made in France. The bottom bears the crown and N mark which only signifies Capodimonte style rather than any particular factory. It dates from the late 1800's to early 1900's. This beautiful piece would be a centerpiece on any vanity and it is in perfect condition. The hinge is a bit stiff but it opens and closes with a snap so all is good there. Measures 4-1/2" high x 7-1/2" wide x 5-1/2" deep.

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Hand-Painted Limoges Style Porcelain Jewelry Casket with Gilt Ormolu Mounts

This is a beautiful Limoges style jewelry casket with raised geometric enamel decorations and polychrome floral decor ... it is quite beautifully detailed. It is marked on the base but I have to do my research to try to identify the manufacturer but I believe it to be French in origin. The inside has a floral detail as well. It is in excellent condition. Measures 1-3/4" high x 4" wide x 2-3/4" deep.

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Peach Cut Glass "Perfume" Bottle Powder Jar

This is a lovely powder jar in the shape of a perfume bottle ... it is quite large and heavy and the sides are cut in a deep design. The scallop-shaped stopper is also quite large and heavy. The color is a peach shade ... I tried to get the images as accurate as possible to true color. The piece is in great shape with some small chips on the edges of the top handle and a minor one along the bottom edge (too small to even photograph) ... I am taking this into consideration and pricing it very reasonably! It's a great display piece or even to use for jewelry or whatnots on your dresser. It is finer glass as the bottom is polished rather than molded, so I am sure it was an expensive piece when it was made. My guess is it dates from the 20's or 30's. Measures a large 5" long x 3" wide x almost 5-3/4" tall to top of handle.

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Enamel Guilloche Dresser Jar with Hand-Painted Roses and Panelled Sides

Very pretty little dresser jar with a celery green enamel guilloche lid with hand-painted roses and a blue ribbon topper.  The sides are done in slightly concave arched panels all the way around.  The top metal is a silver tone but it is not sterling.  Enamel is in excellent condition ... there is some roughness around the very outermost edges where it goes into the metal holder but this appears to be the way it was made and is not damage.  Overall it is in great shape!  Measures 2-1/4" diameter at the lid ... base is slightly larger ... x 1-1/2" high.

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French? Bronze Jewelry Casket with Hand-Painted Semi-Nude Portrait on Lid

Typically these jewelry caskets were made in France and this one has every indication of being French origin except that there is no mark stating it as such, hence the question mark above. It is beautifully detailed with 3-dimensional raised ornamentations on the lid. The portrait in the center is hand-painted on porcelain and depicts a lovely lady with flowing locks in a semi-nude state of deshabille. The sides of the box are all richly embossed all the way around. Interior is fully lined in beige velvet. Condition is very good with some dents in the bottom under the velvet. Three of the clips from the lid portion have broken off but two are still inside. I will attempt to have them resoldered but the casket works fine as is. Measures 3" wide x 3-1/2" long x 1-1/2 " high.

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Figural Horse Rouge or Patch Box with Cut Glass Pot

This adorable rouge or patch box is one of my favorites due to the sweet expression on the horse's face. I believe he is reverse painted on a molded relief from the underside of the glass dome which gives it a 3-dimensional effect. The bottom of the pot is cut all the way around and the base is polished. Inside is a mirror in the lid for applying rouge or a patch, it could have been used for either one. One of the most unique features is that when you look at the horse from the side, you can almost see his other eye for a full faced effect. I tried to get a picture of this and it was pretty difficult but I think you will get the idea (lots of reflection from the glass and light made it hard). Measures 1-3/4" diameter x 1-1/2" high.

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Figural Girl with Horse Covered Cream Jar

Another figural covered jar, this one with a young woman and her horse done in an embossed bronze insert on a silvertone lid. She appears to be offering him an apple. The lid is nicely shaped in a stepped design around the edges and fits snugly over the pressed-cut glass jar beneath. I believe this was for holding cold cream on a lady's vanity but it could also be used for trinkets or small jewelry. It is in excellent shape and measures 1-7/8" diameter x 2-3/8" high.

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Lenox Porcelain "Monroe" Trinket Box with 24 Kt. Gold Trim

Not antique but still quite pretty is this Lenox porcelain trinket box from the Presidential series, this pattern being "Monroe". It is a cream color porcelain with a band of burgundy and black accented with 24 kt. gold trim on both the lid and the bottom. Excellent condition with no damage or wear whatsoever. Measures 2-7/8" diameter x 1-3/8" high.

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Scenic Green Jasperware Covered Box Made in Germany with City Hall in High Relief on Top

This lovely dresser box is done in sage green jasperware with a high raised relief of a City Hall on the lid. I believe it is the City Hall of Munich as the box was made in Germany. The sides have flowers all the way around. This is a beautiful box in excellent condition and was made by hand as evidenced by the shaping of the rims. I would date this to the late 1800's. Measures 3-1/2" diameter x 2-1/4" high at the highest point on lid. The height of the box at the side to the top edge of lid is 1-3/4"..

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Porcelain Figural Trunk Shaped Dresser Box

This is one more very pretty dresser box that was also featured on the cover of Treasures magazine April 2013 (a copy of which will be included with purchase). Shaped like a trunk with a dome top, this one is fitted with brass ormolu for the closure. The scene on the top is one typically found on the Italian compacts and is taken from a painting titled "The Innocence". The figural scene is done in transfer but I believe the gold and blue decorations are hand done. There are no markings on the piece so I have no idea of its origin. It is a lovely piece and is in excellent condition. Measures 4" x 2-1/2" x 2-1/8" high to top of domed lid.

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Stunning Figural Heart-Shaped 18th Century Battersea Enamel Box

Here we have a very early and very beautiful hand-painted figural patch box from the 18th century (at least this is what I was told and after my research, I agree with it). Battersea enameling is done on copper and is very beautiful to see and hold ... it is exceptionally smooth. The top has the full scene of a romantic couple in the country with cows, sheep and a steepled church in the background. The lower half is done in a royal blue shade on the outside edges and bottom. Inside the box is all white enamel and there is a little floral decoration inside the lid ... very sweet! The copper has great age patination and overall it is in excellent condition with a tiny miss in the paint at the very lowest tip. I have examined it with a loupe and it is under the glaze so I believe it is factory. The piece measures 2-1/2" across x almost 2-3/4' long x 1-1/4" high to top of slightly domed lid.

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Scenic Enamel Guilloche Patch Box

This is a very pretty little scenic enamel guilloche patch box done in blue tones. The scene is of a lake with trees and when held to light, there is an iridescence almost like a light pink that glows in the background white area. It is very pretty! There is a solid black border outlining the entire top. The effect of the enamel guilloche on the side looks like a ribbon. It is not marked sterling so I don't think it is ... although on the inner lid rim there is a tiny diamond stamp but I cannot make it out without a loupe. The interior has a retaining ring for a mirror which is no longer there but could be added if desired. Lid snaps closed tightly so this would also make a great pill box. Bottom has a pebbled engine turned design and enameling is all in excellent condition. Measures 1-1/2"  diameter x 5/8" deep. Top is slightly domed.

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Victorian Cobalt Powder Jar with Hand-Painted Pink Roses

This is a very early cobalt glass powder jar with pink roses on the lid ... I believe that the decoration on the lid is an early repaint as I can see traces of gold gilt beneath it, probably part of the original design which wore off. This is only speculation on my part but I feel reasonably sure it is the case. That being said, the decorations are older and lend an originality to its appearance. The brass fittings show age patination which I leave as is. It is a lovely little box and priced right. Measures 2-1/8" diameter x 1-1/4" high; inside opening is 1-3/8".

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Lovely Pink Enamel Guilloche Sterling Silver Patch Box by Thomae

Here we have a sweet little patch or trinket box made by one of the premier enamel guilloche manufacturers ... Thomae. It is a soft candy pink with roses and ribbons visible in the guilloche design. It is in impeccable condition with a vermeil (gold) interior. Measures 1-1/2" diameter x 1-1/8" to center top (which is slightly domed).

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French Bronze Jewelry Casket with Portrait on Ivory of Marie Antoinette - Artist Signed

Here is another gorgeous French bronze jewelry casket ... this one features a hand-painted on ivory portrait of Marie Antoinette on the lid. The painting is signed but I cannot make it out.  Detailing in the bronze work on this one is exquisite ... be sure to see the pictures.  Interior is lined in padded velvet to protect precious gems. Excellent condition throughout.  Measures 4-1/2" x 3" x 1-1/4" high.

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Cut Crystal Powder Jar with Enamel Guilloche Lid

This is a beautiful cut crystal powder jar with a slightly flared base (small photo doesn't show this clearly ... be sure to look at the many close-ups) and a beautiful hand-painted enamel guilloche top.  This one is priced much lower than the one below even though it is equally beautiful because there is some slight damage to the guilloche enamel (again, see pics for the close-ups).  The crystal base has a polished bottom and is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks to the crystal.  It measures a large 4" diameter (at glass base) x 3-1/4" high.

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Cut Crystal Powder Jar with Enamel Guilloche Lid

Here is a stunning cut crystal powder jar that I have had in my collection for a while now (I always have a hard time parting with blues!!!)  Although it is unsigned, the hand-painted florals and design on the lid is very reminiscent of F & B pieces.  The powder jar has a polished bottom and included is a baby blue swansdown puff (not old).  The piece is in excellent condition with no damage of any kind.  It measures a large 4" diameter (at glass sides) x 2-3/4" high.

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Cherubs Cream Color Celluloid Collar Box

In Victorian times, ladies (and men) kept their collars in specially designed boxes specifically made for this purpose.  This is an excellent example of one of these boxes made for ladies collars based on the cherubs on the lid. The raised floral designs around the cherubs and the sides of the box add to its beauty.  Traces of old paint embellishments can still be seen on the lid.  Original brass clasp is intact with old patina.  Interior is lined in pale pink silk in very good condition (no tears at all and just some old dust which I have not tried to clean out).  Celluloid is also in excellent condition with no missing pieces or damage of any kind.  A great box that can be used today for jewelry or trinkets on your dresser.  Measures 5" across x 6-1/4" long x 5-1/2" high.  I love the shape of this one!

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Marquis-Shaped Jewelry Casket with Artist-Signed Hand-Painted Portrait on Ivory of Marie Antoinette

This very pretty little jewelry casket is done in brass or bronze and probably originated in France but it is not marked as such.  The portrait is one of Marie Antoinette hand-painted on ivory, signed by the artist, and set under glass with a curved--as opposed to beveled--edge.  To either side of the portrait are open areas with mother-of-pearl inserts.  The interior still retains its original gold velvet lining.  I just love the shape of this one!  Measures 3-7/8" x 2-4/8" x 1-1/8" high. 

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Matching Powder & Trinket Box with Hand-Painted Shamrocks & Flowers

This is such a pretty pair of vanity boxes ... a covered powder and covered trinket box both with hand-painted shamrocks and flowers. The powder has the design on both the top and sides while the trinket has the design on the top only as the sides aren't high enough. The shape is scalloped all the way around for a very feminine touch. There are no markings on the bases but they appear to be from the 20's - 30's to me. Gold embellishments all the way around still in very good condition. Powder measures 4" diameter x 2-3/4" high and trinket is 3-1/2" x 1-3/4" high. There is one slight hairline in the trinket box (visible in one of the images). I am pricing the set based on the powder only and the trinket is a freebie.

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Star & Diamond Pressed Glass Powder Jar

This is a very pretty pressed glass dresser jar in crosscut star and diamond pattern. Nicely scalloped rim at top and six-sided knob on top of jar finishes it off nicely. Came from an estate dating from turn of the century ... excellent condition with no damage whatsoever. Large size measures approximately 5" diameter x 5" high overall.

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Wave Crest Dresser Box (Rare Large Size)

Gorgeous Wave Crest dresser box with hand-painted florals with ferns, brass ormulu mounts, and original gold silk-lined interior. Excellent condition with no chips or cracks! Measures a large 4-1/2" diameter x 3-1/2" deep.

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Cut Crystal Powder Jar w/ Figural Lady Silverplate Lid

This is a very pretty cut crystal dresser jar with a heavily repousse'd lid with a figural lady's face with flowing locks. Silver shows significant wear from being loving polished year after year but it is still quite attractive and the deepness of the design makes it really stand out. Jar has polished bottom and is in excellent condition. Measures 4" diameter x 2-3/4" high overall.

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Wave Crest Powder Jar

Pretty soft pink swirl design powder box by Wave Crest ... gold trim with snap closure, delicate hand-painted florals on top. Measures 4-1/2" diameter x 3" high and is in perfect condition!

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Rare Large Size Limoges Hand-Painted Porcelain Dresser Box

This is a fabulous hand-painted rare LARGE size Limoges dresser box with a wide border of hand-painted roses and gilt center on lid. Interior has a lustre finish and base is a blue-green color ... very pretty. Bottom is marked Elite L. France which dates it to 1920-1932. This fantastic piece is in very good condition with minor age-appropriate wear to gilt as seen in photos.  There are two hairline cracks on the interior edge of the lid which do not go through to the top side (see photos).  And the gold gilt rim around the bottom has some minor fleabites (see photos). Measures 8-1/2" diameter at widest part x 4-1/4" high. 

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French Bronze Jewelry Casket with Artist-signed Portrait on Ivory

I just love these French bronze jewelry caskets ... they are so ornate they look like they belonged to Marie Antoinette! This one is oval and decorated with raised acanthus leaf scroll around the base. The center has an inset hand-painted portrait signed by artist Boulmc and surrounded by four blue enamel plique-a-jour panels. Interior is lined in fabric (missing lid lining). Three of the glass pieces that cover the blue enamel have age cracks visible in pics. Marked France. Measures 5-3/4" x 4-3/4" x 2" high overall. Fabulous piece!

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Enamel on Copper Dresser Boxes

Here is a very pretty pair of divided dresser boxes done in enamel on copper. Each box has a different hand-painted floral design on the top and one even has design on the sides. The interiors and bottoms are enameled as well. They are marked "China" on the bottom but these are earlier pieces and were not made recently. There is some age appropriate wear on both of the boxes (i.e., one small chip on each box on a back lower corner and a few very minute scratches that are not noticeable but mentioned for clarity). Each box measures 6-1/8" x 4-7/8" x 1-3/8" high including little button feet.

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Victorian Era Portrait Celluloid Dresser Box with Contents

This is a truly beautiful and quite large Victorian celluloid vanity or dresser box featuring two differently posed portraits of a lovely young lady on the lid and front. Her hair is upswept in curls with wispy tendrils framing her pretty face. The outside of the box is embossed with flowers and leaves and tinted in shades of green. As is common with these very early boxes, there is some edge damage to one side that I have shown clearly in the large close-up images. The interior, though, is in amazing condition and even has many of its original contents. It even has a mirrored back! There are two covered pots in the top section, brushes, shoe horn, larger covered box, and two curled bands that I'm not sure what they were ... perhaps bracelets or cufflets of some kind?? They have painted decorations on them, so I'm not 100% sure what they are exactly. All I know is they were in there when I purchased the box, so they will remain with it. Another interesting point to mention about this is that it has an automated mechanism that when you lift the top or lower the front, it automatically opens the other.  Very cool!  Purchased in Western Pennsylvania. Measures 12-1/2" wide x 6-1/2" deep (base) x 9" high.  The case portion itself measures 12" wide x 5-1/2" deep. 

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German Porcelain Powder Jar with Cherubs - LARGE Size! - Circa 1904

Here is a beautiful LARGE porcelain powder jar with cherubs on the top and sides. Hallmarks date it to circa 1904 and made by the Kalk Porcelain Factory of Germany.  Lovely soft pink color ... interior has flowers on both lid and bottom. Perfect condition! One of the finest I've ever seen ... acquired on a trip through central Pennsylvania.  Measures 7-1/2" wide x 5-3/4" deep x 3-1/2" high.. 

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Peachblow Hand-Painted Dresser Jar with Sterling Silver Repousse' Lid

This beautiful peachblow large covered dresser jar is a richer, darker pink than the photos show. It is quite lovely with hand-painted delicate flowers and Victorian designs. It dates from the 1800's and is in wonderful condition. The glass itself is smooth as silk ... decorated on both sides. There is one small chip on the top of the rim that is almost not worth mentioning (visible on super-close-up). The sterling silver repousse' lid is not original to the piece but fits like a glove and enhances its beauty.  The lid is hallmarked from the Woodside Sterling Co. of New York, New York, and dates from 1896 -1925. Measures 6" diameter x 5-1/2" high.

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Victorian Portrait Powder Jar with Mirrored Lid

This is a lovely Victorian cobalt painted powder jar with a portrait of a lovely woman on the top ... possibly Marie Antoinette. Interior features a mirror in the lid in excellent condition. Lid snaps shut with brass ormolu fittings which have verdis gris around the edge ... this will polish off but I prefer to leave as is due to showing age. Remnants of old paper label on bottom ... probably German.  Measure 4-3/4" diameter x 1-3/4" high.. 

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Wave Crest Dresser Box with Lined Interior

This is an absolutely stunning hand-painted art glass dresser box by Wave Crest. Beautiful ormolu mounts and fully lined (original) interior. Box is in MINT condition! Marked WAVE CREST on base in block letters. Turn-of-the-century. Measures 3-1/4" square x 3-1/4" high.

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Wave Crest Handled Trinket or Pin Dish with Ormulu Mounts

Gorgeous Wave Crest handled trinket dish with hand-painted florals and brass ormulu mounts. Color is pale aqua blue on white background. Excellent condition with no chips or cracks! Measures 3-1/2" diameter x 1-1/2" high.

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Pink Opalescent Figural Scotty Puff Box by Akro Agate

Lovely pink opalescent 1930's puff box with Scotty dog on lid by Akro Agate Co., Clarksburg, W.V., circa 1939-1942. Perfect condition ... comes with pink swansdown puff inside. Measures 6-1/4" high x 4" diameter.

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Pink Depression Deco Twin Nudes Powder Jar

Dating from the 1930's, this deco pink satin glass powder jar features a pair of twin nudes resting with their backs together on the lid. Each one is looking in the opposite direction from the other. The lid is in perfect condition with only factory roughness to the mold around the edges; base has one small chip that rests under the lid and is not visible unless open. Measures 4-1/2" diameter x 4-1/2" high.

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Cherub "Sailing on Seashell" Figural Powder Box

Gorgeous porcelain dresser box with hand-painted scene of cherub sailing across a lake on a seashell. Florals and scrolls surround the edges. Interior is still full of powder! Excellent condition with no chips or cracks. Measures a large 4-1/2" diameter x 3" deep.

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Wave Crest Trinket or Pin Dish with Ormulu Trim

In my opinion, Wave Crest made some of the most beautiful art glass of the turn-of-the-century era. The delicacy of the hand-painted florals and softness of the design just hasn't ever been duplicated. This particular piece is an open dresser dish for hairpins or jewelry or any small trinkets you might wish to store inside. The rich gold ormulu trim flows into two filigree openwork handles. Piece is in perfect condition and bears the Wave Crest mark on the base. Measures 3-1/2" diameter x 1-5/8" high.

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Fire Opalescent Art Glass Figural Powder Jar with Romantic Couple on Lid

This is a beautiful turn-of-the-century fire opalescent powder jar with figural romantic couple on the lid. Measures 4" diameter x 2" high. With brass mountings, unsigned. Excellent condition with insignificant wear to decoration.

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Wedgwood Black Basalt Pegasus Powder Box

Found this lovely piece on a buying trip across Pennsylvania and couldn't resist it! This basalt Wedgwood powder box has mythical figures including the winged horse Pegasus on the lid and is in perfect condition!

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Czech Art Glass Puff Box

Gorgeous green swirl on white puff box done from one piece of glass ... note how pattern matches from lid to base. The crystal knob on top has an emerald green center (hard to see in small picture). It is in perfect condition with no cracks or chips. Czech mark on base.

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Victorian Enameled Blue Powder Jar

Pretty Victorian era powder jar in turquoise blue glass with gold gilt on lid and white enameled flowers around edge and brass ormolu mounts. Snap closure works well ... no chips or cracks to glass, very minimal wear to enameling and gilt. Measures 4" diameter x 3-1/4" high.

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Victorian Green Gilt Enameled Powder Jar

This beautiful Victorian dresser or powder jar is a beautiful shade of emerald green and is liberally decorated with gold gilt and white enameled flowers. Measures 4" diameter x 3" high.

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Crystal Elephant Powder Box by Jeannette Glass Company

Popular design 1930's powder box with figural elephant with trunk up on lid all done in crystal glass, made by Jeannette Glass Company. Nice ribbing design on base and all in perfect condition!

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Sterling Silver Patch or Pill Box with Lapis Jeweled Top

Here we have a sterling silver tiny patch or pill box with a large lapis jewel in a beaded crown setting on the lid. The sides are elaborately decorative. Quite pretty! Excellent condition with a very tiny split on one edge. The pictures make the split look much worse than it it ... to the naked eye, you almost need a loupe to see it.  If you don't know it's there you would never notice it at all.  It's a real beauty!  Box measures 1" x 7/8 x 5/8" deep (box portion) and a bit over 3/4" high to top of jewel.

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Figural Courting Couple Oval Powder Box Made in Germany

This is a beautiful porcelain powder box with a full scene of a figural courting couple on the lid. Beautiful flowers enhance the lower edge. Gold gilt trim adds to its beauty. Marked Germany on the base.  Measures 5-1/8" wide x 4-1/4" deep x 3-3/4" high.

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Figural Chariot & Horses Bronze Dresser Box with Pink Enamel Guilloche Top

This is a beautiful bronze dresser box with a pink and black enamel guilloche design on lid bordering a figural chariot and horses scene. The locking mechanism has been removed so it does not lock. Measures 3-7/8" wide x 3-1/4" deep x 1-1/2" high.

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1926 Green Powder Jar with Rouge Pot on Lid by New Martinsville

This lovely green glass powder jar with rouge pot was introduced in 1926 by New Martinsville as part of their "Mysterious Vanity Set" around 1926. The powder Box measures 4-1/4" diameter and the rouge pot is 1-1/8" diameter. It is an ingenious design which is functional as well as beautiful. Excellent condition!

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Limoges Porcelain Trinket Box

This is a sweet little Limoges porcelain trinket or pin box with pretty hand-painted forget-me-nots on the lid. I love the delicately shaped edges ... so feminine!   Measures 4" long x 2-1/2" wide x 1-1/2" high.

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Cobalt Art Deco Powder Box with Chrome Lid

This is a very classic art deco design powder box in cobalt glass with fluted edges and chrome lid. 

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Victorian Openwork Carved Oak Cravats Box with Figural Birds

This is a gorgoue oak box all done in carved openwork with leaves and birds and the word "CRAVATS" on the lid. There is teal velvet behind the oak. It is beautifully lined in teal satin with ruched panels and velvet trim. Perfect for jewelry or precious whatnots (not just cravats!) Measures 15-1/4" x 5" x 4-1/8" high.

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Celluloid Powder Jar with Butterfly & Flowers, Lace Borders

Cute little celluloid powder box with a butterfly and field of flowers on the lid. This is surrounded by ribbon and lace embedded in the top. The base is a pale green marbled design. Very clever! Measures 4-1/4" x 1" high.

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Miniature Ornate Enameled Powder Jar with Tiny Swans Down Handled Puff

Pretty Victorian era miniature powder jar with very ornate enameling to top and base. Pictures will show the detailing and colors. This miniature size could have been for a child or even a doll ... it measures only 2" diameter x 1-3/8" high. It comes with a tiny swans down puff that fits inside perfectly. Sometimes the best things really do come in small packages ;-) .

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