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Two vintage wooden jewellery boxes dating from the early 20th century, shaped like a row of bound books with Roman numerals on the spine, each with a secret puzzle box mechanism and a sliding base compartment; large box 22 x 13 x 11 cm and small box 12 x 9 x 10 cm, in good condition with signs of age.
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A refined and evocative lot consisting of two vintage wooden jewelry boxes, skillfully shaped to resemble a series of bound books with Roman numerals engraved on the spines. Both boxes feature a fascinating secret mechanism (puzzle box) with a sliding compartment on the base to conceal the keyhole or block the opening.
Large box: Features an inlaid lid with floral motifs and a swallow in flight. The interior is finely lined with pink/copper-toned satin fabric, padded and tufted (capitonné), while the underside of the lid hosts a splendid, classic vintage view of the Gulf of Naples with Vesuvius in the background. Equipped with the original key.
Small box: Enhanced by a geometric and floral inlay on the lid. The interior includes a padded tufted compartment and an integrated mirror beneath the lid.
Dimensions
Large box: 22 cm (W) x 13 cm (D) x 11 cm (H)
Small box: 12 cm (W) x 9 cm (D) x 10 cm (H)
Conditions
Vintage items in good overall condition, with natural signs of aging and wear consistent with their age that enhance their charm and antique patina. Please refer to the attached photographs for a precise assessment of the condition; the images are an integral part of the description.
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A refined and evocative lot consisting of two vintage wooden jewelry boxes, skillfully shaped to resemble a series of bound books with Roman numerals engraved on the spines. Both boxes feature a fascinating secret mechanism (puzzle box) with a sliding compartment on the base to conceal the keyhole or block the opening.
Large box: Features an inlaid lid with floral motifs and a swallow in flight. The interior is finely lined with pink/copper-toned satin fabric, padded and tufted (capitonné), while the underside of the lid hosts a splendid, classic vintage view of the Gulf of Naples with Vesuvius in the background. Equipped with the original key.
Small box: Enhanced by a geometric and floral inlay on the lid. The interior includes a padded tufted compartment and an integrated mirror beneath the lid.
Dimensions
Large box: 22 cm (W) x 13 cm (D) x 11 cm (H)
Small box: 12 cm (W) x 9 cm (D) x 10 cm (H)
Conditions
Vintage items in good overall condition, with natural signs of aging and wear consistent with their age that enhance their charm and antique patina. Please refer to the attached photographs for a precise assessment of the condition; the images are an integral part of the description.
Shipping
Fast, trackable shipping with careful packaging to ensure the pieces' integrity during transit.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
2
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
22 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
early 20th
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