Carved Pine Keepsake Box with Embossed Leather Lid, Heraldic Figures, c. 1920 This rectangular keepsake or cigar box features a pine body topped with an embossed leather lid decorated with facing medieval-style figures and heraldic shields. The lid is framed with patinated metal nailhead trim, and the box rests on a shaped wooden stand. The interior is compartmentalized, indicating use for small valuables, cigars, or personal items. Manufacturer and origin: Unattributed workshop, Europe Production year: 1920 Style or use: Decorative keepsake box, cigar box Current condition: Good vintage condition. Minor surface marks, light scratches, and age-related shrinkage separations in the wood. Leather lid shows stable patina and wear consistent with age. Hinges functional. No structural damage observed. Value justification: The box combines embossed leatherwork with carved pine construction, a pairing characteristic of early 20th-century decorative objects. The heraldic iconography and nailhead trim reflect historicist design trends popular in Europe during the interwar period. The presence of original patina and intact interior compartments supports authenticity and collector interest. Production context: Representative of early 20th-century European decorative craftsmanship, where medieval and heraldic imagery was reinterpreted for domestic objects. State of preservation: Original materials retained. Natural patina present. No modern alterations or repairs visible. Dimensions: approx. 33 cm wide, 14 cm deep, 7.5 cm high #artdeco #industrialstyle #vintage #antique #antiques #vintagedecor #homedecor #interiordesign #decor #vintagefinds #vintagestyle #antiquefurniture #retro #interior #idea #leatherwork #pinewood #europeanantiques #1920s #cigarbox