Jewellery box - Bakelite

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A single French Bakelite decorative box dating from 1950–1960, in good used condition with small signs of aging, measuring 20 cm long, 11 cm wide and 15.5 cm high.

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This exquisite decorative Bakelite box, crafted in the era when Bakelite reigned as the quintessential luxury material, embodies the perfect union of vintage sophistication and enduring craftsmanship. Bakelite the very first fully synthetic plastic was developed in the early 20th century and became synonymous with Art Deco and Modernist design throughout the 1920s-1930s, adorning jewelry, powder boxes, desk accessories, and everyday treasures with its warm, lustrous presence.
Decorated with metal trim, this piece is more than a storage object it's a refined accessory for your personal collection. Its elegant silhouette and tactile depth make it a standout object of desire on any dresser, vanity, or boudoir tableau. The base is slightly deformed, so it stands a little unevenly. It still closes but opens easily. The lock is not present.
Perfect For: Delicately storing fine jewelry: rings, necklaces, bracelets, and heirloom pieces; Sheltering luxurious perfume bottles or scented keepsakes; Displaying treasured small decorative curios; Enhancing a chic vanity space with vintage glamour. A treasure for collectors, aesthetes, and anyone who appreciates objects that elevate everyday rituals into moments of beauty.
Height (without handles) - 15.5 сm
Handle height — 12 cm
Width - 11 cm
Length - 20 cm

This exquisite decorative Bakelite box, crafted in the era when Bakelite reigned as the quintessential luxury material, embodies the perfect union of vintage sophistication and enduring craftsmanship. Bakelite the very first fully synthetic plastic was developed in the early 20th century and became synonymous with Art Deco and Modernist design throughout the 1920s-1930s, adorning jewelry, powder boxes, desk accessories, and everyday treasures with its warm, lustrous presence.
Decorated with metal trim, this piece is more than a storage object it's a refined accessory for your personal collection. Its elegant silhouette and tactile depth make it a standout object of desire on any dresser, vanity, or boudoir tableau. The base is slightly deformed, so it stands a little unevenly. It still closes but opens easily. The lock is not present.
Perfect For: Delicately storing fine jewelry: rings, necklaces, bracelets, and heirloom pieces; Sheltering luxurious perfume bottles or scented keepsakes; Displaying treasured small decorative curios; Enhancing a chic vanity space with vintage glamour. A treasure for collectors, aesthetes, and anyone who appreciates objects that elevate everyday rituals into moments of beauty.
Height (without handles) - 15.5 сm
Handle height — 12 cm
Width - 11 cm
Length - 20 cm

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
0 g
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Bakelite
Colour
Brown, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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Objects sold
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