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Petite Chinese Brass Opium Box with Dragon Etching
Located in Chicago, IL
This petite metal canister was once used to store a smoker's personal supply of opium paste. Providing an airtight seal, the small box is formed of brass with an etched and stamped d...
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Chinese Qing Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Turquoise Opaline Rectangular box with Brass Mounts, France Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
An antique French opaline glass casket box in a striking pale turquoise or Robin's Egg Blue color. The polished glass is mounted with finely detailed gold bronze hardware, adding ele...
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French Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Opaline Glass

R Lalique Box Cicadas 1921
Located in NANTES, FR
Opalescent molded glass box decorated with cicadas. This model was created in 1921. The glassware is in perfect condition. The satin background is original and requires restoration...
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French Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Art Glass

VERGER FRERES 1905 Paris Edwardian Card Case Box In Sterling And White Nacre
By Verger Frères
Located in Miami, FL
An Edwardian cased-box designed by Verger Frères. This is a beautiful rectangular pocket case-box for cards, created in Paris France during the Edwardian period, back in the 1905. T...
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French Edwardian Antique Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Edouard Marcel Sandoz Porcelain Lying Fennec Candy Box, 1921
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco Porcelain Candy Box by Edouard Marcel Sandoz & Théodore Haviland, France, 1921. This exquisite Art Deco porcelain candy box, crafted in 1921, features a charming desi...
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French Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic

Rare Bronze Sculptural Casket / Box Panels with Historical Roman Empire Scenes
Located in Lisse, NL
Good quality antique box with Roman scenes on all four sides and on top. If you are a collector or enthousiast of anything to do with emperial Rome then this rare, meaningful and hi...
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Italian Empire Revival Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

1920 s Art Deco Enamel Ladies Make up Compact Mirror Rouge, Mirror, Puffs
Located in Red Lion, PA
1920s Art Deco Enamel Ladies Makeup Compact Mirror with Rouge, Mirror, and Powder Puffs A striking and authentic 1920s Art Deco enamel ladies makeup compact, featuring a beautifully...
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American Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Enamel

Irresistible Charm – Three Terriers in a Hand-Carved Wooden Treat Box
Located in Stockholm, SE
This adorable box, shaped like a woven basket, is crowned with three lively carved terriers, each with expressive features, shining glass eyes, and a lovingly detailed coat. The craf...
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Swiss Bohemian Antique Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Boxwood

Arts Crafts Box with Decorative Hand made marquetry Decor, circa 1910
Located in Verviers, BE
Arts & Crafts Box with Decorative Hand made marquetry Decor, circa 1910 About: A wooden box from the Arts & Crafts period, Made in Austria. Very Small piece of marketery is missing...
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Austrian Arts and Crafts Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Paint

Antique Carved Mahogany Coal Box
Located in Ipswich, GB
Antique Carved Mahogany Coal Box, having the original brass ornate carrying handles to the sides. The quality carved mahogany door has an unusual ornate bra...
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Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Pewter Rectangular Box, Italy, Early 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Pewter rectangular box realized in the early 20th century. Dimensions : H 2.7 x L 10 x P 12.4 cm. Very good condition.
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Italian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Sterling Combination Coin Compact Card Case, American, circa 1920
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Art Deco sterling combination coin compact card or cigarette Case, American, circa 1920 by Webster Co. Rectangular cushion shape with hand chain attached. Opens to reveal half and fu...
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American Art Deco Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique French Pointed Cut Crystal Box with Bronze Mounts
Located in Toronto, ON
This antique pointed cut crystal and bronze box makes a statement in any space. An early 1900s French production, this piece transitions from modern to classic interiors seamlessly w...
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French Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Antique Anglo Indian Box Form Quill Lap Top or Travel Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive antique Anglo Indian lap top desk crafted in quills and ebony decorated with bone dots. The surprising interior has multiple components featuring a felt writing surface, n...
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Indian Anglo-Indian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Felt, Wood, Ebony

20th Century Japanese Black Lacquer Box with Gold Bird and Reed Motif Decorative
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
20th Century Japanese Black Lacquer Box with Gold Bird and Reed Motif, Decorative & Functional Description: This elegant Japanese lacquer box, crafted in the 20th century, is a beautiful example of refined traditional craftsmanship. Coated in deep black lacquer, the box is adorned with delicate gold-painted branch and bird motifs, evoking a sense of serenity and natural harmony. The fine, meticulous brushwork captures the lightness of the reeds and the poised elegance of the bird, offering a peaceful and contemplative decorative piece. The removable lid reveals an interior decorated with two gold medallions, each threaded with a golden ribbon, adding an extra touch of subtle luxury and detail. Key features include: Authentic Japanese Craftsmanship: This box reflects traditional Japanese lacquerware techniques, emphasizing delicacy, patience, and respect for nature. Elegant Black and Gold Color Palette: The deep black base contrasts beautifully with the fine gold detailing, creating a sophisticated and timeless aesthetic. Nature-Inspired Motif: The scene of golden reeds and a resting bird embodies calmness, elegance, and a connection to the natural world, key themes in Japanese art. Decorative Interior: Inside, two gold medallions with threaded ribbons enhance the box’s refined, ceremonial feel, offering a hidden layer of beauty. Functional and Decorative: Perfect for use as a decorative object, a jewelry box, a keepsake container, or a small personal storage piece. Versatile Placement: Its understated luxury allows it to fit effortlessly into minimalist, traditional, wabi-sabi, or eclectic interiors. This 20th-century Japanese black lacquer box is more than a container—it’s a poetic celebration of craftsmanship, nature, and subtle beauty, offering both functional use and decorative sophistication. Keywords: Japanese black lacquer box, gold painted bird and reed motif, 20th-century Japanese decor, traditional lacquerware, serene Japanese art box, nature-themed lacquer container...
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Japanese Meiji Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Gorham Art Deco Gilt Sterling Silver Half Round Dresser or Jewelry Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique American gilt silver box. By Gorham Manufacturing Co. In gilt sterling silver. In a very rare, half-round form. The lid with engraved rocaille and floral decorati...
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American Art Deco Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Moroccan Antique Berber Case Flask Hand-carved
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Hand made early 20th century Moroccan antique Berber case flask, carved wood covered with brass and silvered metal filigree, delicately hand-hammered metal with animals decor for pow...
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Moroccan Moorish Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Tin

Antique Moroccan Berber Brass Flask 1920s
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Discover a timeless treasure with this Antique Islamic Arabic Powder Flask—a true masterpiece from 1920s Morocco. Handcrafted with meticulous artistry, this exquisite piece combines ...
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Moroccan Islamic Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Casket by Nils Dam Rasmussen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
Sizeable Art Noveau Brass Casket made by Niels Dam Ravn in the later 1920s. * Lidded brass casket with a viking. Inner wood box. Signed NDR lower right on the lid. * Designer: Niels...
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European Art Nouveau Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Sterling Silver Compact or Necessaire
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a beautifully crafted Edwardian/Deco period Sterling Silver Lady's Compact or necessaire. This stunning engraved and monogrammed compact opens to reveal a sterling silver interior with fittings for two different types of coins and a covered powder dispenser...
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Unknown Edwardian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century Italian Gothic style Decorative Boxe or Small Trunk
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this beautiful and rare small trunk made in the early 20th century. Made entirely of iron with brass decorations, this trunk has a Gothic-inspired design. A unique decora...
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Italian Gothic Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Antique 1904 Swedish Large Chocolate Tin
Located in Centennial, CO
A charming antique 1904 Swedish large dome top trunk shaped chocolate tin would add a beautiful Scandinavian accent to most anywhere in your house. The exterior is a stunning turquoi...
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Swedish Gustavian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Tin

Antique Wooden Tramp Art Box Trinket Folk Art Unique Piece
Located in Poperinge, BE
Antique wooden rectangular tramp art box with hidden keyhole, elaborately decorated panels, stained dark brown. Folk art collector's item with a beautiful age patina from the early 2...
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European Folk Art Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

1916 Japanese antique small box chest of drawers w/ Boro ribbon, wabi sabi tansu
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
108 years-old wooden small tansu (chest of drawers) with 4 drawers. Product of Taisho 5 (1916), written on the bottom together with maker's address name. Finished with traditional Urushi lacquer. The original laquer remains well gives a good wabi sabi touch. Each handles are partly covered with Boro (hand-woven, indigo dyed cotton cloth) - this is another wabi sabi element of this tansu. Smooth opening closing operation for all drawers. drawer inner w 5.79 in / d 12.6 in / h 1.38 in, 1.69 in, 2.28 in, 2.64 in (from the top) actual item weight 5.95 lb (2.7 kg) Dear customer - feel free to inquire me for the shipping fee quote. The shipping fee showed in the page is automatically calculated by the system, I'm able to offer reasonable quote via Fedex. *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture...
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Japanese Taisho Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Antique Tiffany Edwardian Rococo Gilt Sterling Silver Keepsake Box
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian Rococo gilt sterling silver keepsake box. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1903. Upward tapering with reeded mouth rim and curved bottom; foot ring. Applied rose garla...
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American Rococo Revival Antique Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Crystal and bronze chest
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Crystal and bronze chest Empire style chest Crystal and gilded bronze materials Origin France Circa 1920 Excellent condition The Empire style (in French: style Empire) is a dominant ...
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French Empire Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

English Victorian Antique Leather Writing Box Letter Desk
Located in Shippensburg, PA
TOOLED LEATHER WRITING BOX Probably English, early 20th century 15 13/16" D x 19 7/8" W x 1 1/2" H A fabulous and most convenient folding letter ...
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British Victorian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Baize, Silk

Novelty English Sterling Silver Jewelry / Ring Box by Joseph Richard Griffin
Located in Bath, GB
A really charming novelty sterling silver jewelry or ring box modelled in the form of a dressing table including a swing mirror to the back with it's original beveled mirror (minor s...
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English Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Antique Silver-Plated Container from the 1910s with Intricate Details
Located in PARIS, FR
Enhance your collection with this exquisite antique silver-plated container from the early 1910s. This elegant piece features a stunning silver-plated box with no visible brand marki...
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Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Majolica Barbotine Box Jar Pheasant on Basket by Sarreguemines
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
A hand-painted majolica lidded jar / box or tureen in the shape of a pheasant hen sitting on a basket, made by Sarreguemines around 1900. This beau...
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French Art Nouveau Antique Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica

Onyx Marble Jewelry Box Belgium
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful, substantial, Belgian, modern brown, caramel, and white onyx marble and brass hinged box, circa early to mid-20th century, Belgium. Box is rectangular in shape and c...
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Belgian Modern Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

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Marble, Onyx, Brass

A Six Bottle Wine Chest, Early 20th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Six Bottle Wine Chest, Early 20th Century The domed hinged lid opening to an interior with a wooden six bottle rack, a latch to the front and a pair of iron drop handles to either...
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European Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Bronze Jewelry Box Ancient Sarcophagus Reliefs Greek Roman Caesar Gladiator
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A wonderful heavy cast bronze, hinged/lidded box, lightly polished, and glowing. Depicting ancient relief scenes / characters of Ancient Roman or Greek...
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Italian Greek Revival Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Rare French Majolica Pineapple Basket Box Sarreguemines, circa 1890
Located in Austin, TX
Rare French Majolica Pineapple Basket Box Sarreguemines, circa 1890. Height / 6 inches , Diameter / 3.8 inches.
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French Country Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Antique Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Engraved Monogrammed Soap Box
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique silver box. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a gilt interior and engraved foliate swags to the lid. Monogrammed 'AMB' to the center of the lid. Fully mar...
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Unknown Edwardian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alpine Kitchen Diorama
Located in Greenwich, CT
A large hand-made model of an Alpine kitchen circa 1910, in a walled surround with canted corners and turned feet, having exquisitely detailed furniture, appliances and fittings craf...
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Swiss Folk Art Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Black Lacquered Box 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This box is made in Japan and coated with black lacquer. The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and is made of cedar wood. The metal fittings are made of copper...
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Japanese Meiji Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Copper

Antique Austrian Silver Enamel Cigarette Case with Floral Ribbon Decoration
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This silver and enamel cigarette case is hallmarked by an unknown maker and is presumed to have been made in Austria in approximately 1920. The case is composed of .800 silver and ha...
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Austrian Art Deco Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver

20th Century Antique Queen Anne Style English Sterling Silver Box
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver box made in the George I style, an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V sterling silver box has a plain circular form in the George I style. The surface of the box is plain and encircled with applied molded decoration. This impressive George I style box is fitted with a hinged hallmarked cover ornamented with a plain circular elevated panel to the center. The hinge is ornamented with a shaped undulating design in conjunction with the cover and the body. The box secures closed with a hallmarked hinged catch to the anterior edge, reflecting the same design to that of the posterior. This impressive example of antique silverware is an exceptional replica of an early Georgian...
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English George I Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Chinese Round Black Lacquer Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, likely 20th Century
Located in Cathedral City, CA
Chinese Round Black Lacquer Box with Mother of Pearl Inlay, likely 20th Century Beautiful and useful 20th century. Chinese lacquer box of circular shape, the domed cover with flora...
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Chinese Chinese Export Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer

Liberace Autographed Vintage Schoenhut Toy Grand Piano
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Made by the renowned American toy manufacturer in approximately 1920, this wooden toy baby grand piano has been autographed in two places by the legendary Liberace. The piano shows o...
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American Victorian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinese Carved Cinnabar Enamelled Box with Imperial Dragon Top
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique decorative box is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from China, and date to approximately 1920 and done in a period Chinese...
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Chinese Chinese Export Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Very Cool French Early 1900s Stack of Leather Books Tantalus Liquor / Drinks Box
Located in Lisse, NL
Unique stack of leather books design tantalus with hidden 'shot glasses' & decanters. If you are looking for the most interesting and worldly gift for yourself, a friend or a loved ...
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French Empire Revival Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold Leaf

French Embossed Bronze Squared Trinket/ Jewelry Box
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a French bronze metal square hinged lidded box. It depicts a lid decorated with an 18th century country relief scene of two ladies and a gentleman playing with a dog while an...
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French Belle Époque Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Cloisonne Meiji Enameled Kogo Incense Box with Ho Ho Bird
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji Era covered enamel brass kogo or box for incense. Circa: late 19th century to early 20th century. The box is enameled with polychrome floral and foliage pat...
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Japanese Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Enamel

Antique Wrench Set Box c.1918-1927
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT An antique wrench set box used to store a socket set. Box is constructed with dovetail joints, steel brackets and has original brass label. S...
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Industrial Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

1901 Germany, Erhard Söhne, Brass Inlaid Rosewood Twine Caddy with Scissors
Located in Morristown, NJ
Circa 1901, Erhard & Söhne, Germany, a Jugendstil/Art Nouveau brass and rosewood string box, decorated in the round with children playing tug-of-war. The lid is beautifully decorated...
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German Art Nouveau Antique Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Brass

Lidded box by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
Located in Værløse, DK
A lidded metal casket made by Just Andersen in the 1920s. It is early work by the Danish designer and a timeless piece for a beautiful home. * A metal casket / jewellery box with a...
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Danish Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Faux Bois Jewelry Box with Mirror and Louis Vuitton Fabric
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Rectangular Decorative Box with Mirror featuring Louis Vuitton fabric on the Lid. This one of a kind box has amazing patina throughout. Certainly a statement piece on any dresser or...
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European Mid-Century Modern Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Anglo Indian Micro Mosaic Inlay Jewelry Box
Located in New York, NY
Exquisitely crafted early 20th century Anglo Indian micro mosaic Sadeli box with gorgeous antique Persian geometric pattern. The finely detailed box featu...
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Indian Anglo-Indian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Fruitwood

Erhard Sohne Art Nouveau Jewelry Box Casket, Germany, c. 1905
Located in London, GB
A beautiful art nouveau casket made by Erhard and Sohne in Germany in c. 1905. The casket is exquisitely executed with foliate detailing, made in th...
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German Art Nouveau Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Compact – Lacquer and Brass – "The Fox and the Crow" Decor, 1930s
By Gaston Suisse
Located in ROUEN, Normandie
Art Deco Compact – Lacquer and Brass – "The Fox and the Crow" Decor, 1930s Rare compact powder case and travel vanity box, dating from the 1930s (French craftsmanship). The lid fea...
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French Art Deco Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

Svenskt Tenn Adam and Eve Pewter and Wood Art Deco Decorative Box, Sweden 1920s
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Svenskt Tenn Adam and Eve Pewter and Wood Art Deco Decorative Box, Swedish Grace Sweden 1920s
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Swedish Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Pewter

Antique Country Hotel Post Box, English, Desk Organiser, Stationery, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique country hotel post box. An English, oak two division desk organiser or mounted stationery rack, dating to the Edwardian period, circa 1910. A fine example of perio...
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British Edwardian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass

ALFRED DUNHILL Paris 1928 Louis Kuppenheim Enameled Japonisme Box 935 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
An enameled box by Louis Kuppenheim for Alfred Dunhill. This is an extraordinary and extremely rare desk box with double enameling. The box have been created in the city of Pforzhei...
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French Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Gold, Silver, Enamel

Puiforcat, Art Deco, Sterling Silver Crystal Jadeite Box, Paris, circa 1925
Located in Lausanne, CH
Art Deco period Puiforcat, a square covered biscuit box, cut crystal, sterling silver lid, jadeite handle. The piece is fully stamped and hall marked. The craftmanship is exquisite, ...
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French Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Crystal, Jade, Sterling Silver

Antique Anglo-Indian Vizagapatam Jewelry Inlaid Sadeli Footed Box
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Antique 19th century Anglo-Indian jewelry, trinket footed box, inlay with ebony, mosaic marquetry Sadeli work and a carved Hindu scene on top. The box case is made from sandalwood wi...
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Indian Anglo-Indian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Curiosity Cabinet Naturalism Collection of Shells, Circa 1900
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Very interesting set of shells collected by an amateur between the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century. The shells are classified by size and age either in ...
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French Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell

Gio Ponti Ceramic Box for Richard Ginori San Cristoforo, Italy, 1927
Located in Malmö, SE
A glazed and hand painted porcelain box and cover with figural serpent finial. Model no. 5709, 'The passions of man'. Designed by Gio Ponti for Richard Ginori, Milan, Italy, circa 1...
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Italian Art Deco Vintage Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Antique Edwardian Round Sterling Silver Dresser Box by Shreve, Crump, Low
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed antique American silver box. By Shreve, Crump, & Low. In sterling silver. The lid engraved with floral devices and rocaille swags. Marked to the base. Simply a wo...
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American Edwardian Early 20th Century Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

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