Cast Art Nouveau Victorian Jewelry Casket
Decorated with bluebell (everlasting love ) and leaves motif and scrolls.
Open handle
Hinge solidly intact and works well
3” long x 2 1/4 deep” at widest points and 2 3/4” tall
Original blue silk is worn and showing cotton batting stuffing.
All original
Gold/bronze finish
Manufactured early1900’s (1904-1918)
These were generally electroplated with copper, then finished with gold or silver. Jewel boxes were lined with fine pale-colored silks from Japan and China.
This auction is for the jewel box in the center only as described above but makes a sweet 'collection' with the other two boxes. (see other auctions)
Inquiries accepted for purchase of all three and combined shipping.
Please inquire before purchasing. All sales are final
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