Jewellery box - Metal
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A vintage metal jewellery casket dating to 1960–1970, made from a die-cast white metal alloy with a gold-tone patinated finish, 6 cm high, 13.5 cm wide and 10 cm deep, bearing the T in Swan hallmark and a red velvet interior lining.
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Vintage/Antique Metal Jewelry Casket with "The Gleaners" Relief Accent - "T in Swan" Hallmark
An ornate, footed rectangular jewelry casket (trinket box) from the early-to-mid 20th century.
The box features an iconic embossed bas-relief scene on the lid depicting Jean-François Millet's famous 1857 masterpiece, "Les Glaneuses" (The Gleaners), showcasing three women harvesting wheat in a field.
Material & Technique
- Body and Lid: Manufactured from a die-cast non-ferrous white metal alloy (commonly known as spelter or antimony metal), featuring a detailed repoussé / embossed lid structure.
- Exterior Finish: Elegantly finished with a gold-tone brass/bronze patinated plating, giving it a classic antique luster.
- Base: Heavily textured with an ornate, overall baroque/rococo scrollwork pattern designed to hide casting imperfections and provide mechanical grip.
- Interior: Lined with its original, vibrant red velvet fabric lining in remarkably well-preserved condition.
Condition Report
- Overall Condition: Good vintage/antique condition, showing minor age-appropriate wear and light patina across the metal surface.
- Metalwork: The hinge mechanism is intact and functional; the four decorative cast feet are solid and stable.
- Interior Velvet: Excellent condition, very clean, free of major tearing or significant stains, retaining its deep red color.
### Markings / Hallmarks
- Features a distinct maker's/exporter's stamped hallmark located centrally on the outer base: a letter "T" enclosed within a stylized silhouette of a swan ("T in Swan").
### Style / Period
- Art Nouveau / Edwardian revival style, typical of European and export vanity items from the first half of the 20th century.
Dimensions : 6 cm × 13.5 cm × 10 cm
The product will be professionally packed and sent safely to your address by local post.
The pictures of the product are made with the highest possible resolution, precisely to capture possible small defects (small scratches, stains, defect), the pictures are part of the product description.
Vintage/Antique Metal Jewelry Casket with "The Gleaners" Relief Accent - "T in Swan" Hallmark
An ornate, footed rectangular jewelry casket (trinket box) from the early-to-mid 20th century.
The box features an iconic embossed bas-relief scene on the lid depicting Jean-François Millet's famous 1857 masterpiece, "Les Glaneuses" (The Gleaners), showcasing three women harvesting wheat in a field.
Material & Technique
- Body and Lid: Manufactured from a die-cast non-ferrous white metal alloy (commonly known as spelter or antimony metal), featuring a detailed repoussé / embossed lid structure.
- Exterior Finish: Elegantly finished with a gold-tone brass/bronze patinated plating, giving it a classic antique luster.
- Base: Heavily textured with an ornate, overall baroque/rococo scrollwork pattern designed to hide casting imperfections and provide mechanical grip.
- Interior: Lined with its original, vibrant red velvet fabric lining in remarkably well-preserved condition.
Condition Report
- Overall Condition: Good vintage/antique condition, showing minor age-appropriate wear and light patina across the metal surface.
- Metalwork: The hinge mechanism is intact and functional; the four decorative cast feet are solid and stable.
- Interior Velvet: Excellent condition, very clean, free of major tearing or significant stains, retaining its deep red color.
### Markings / Hallmarks
- Features a distinct maker's/exporter's stamped hallmark located centrally on the outer base: a letter "T" enclosed within a stylized silhouette of a swan ("T in Swan").
### Style / Period
- Art Nouveau / Edwardian revival style, typical of European and export vanity items from the first half of the 20th century.
Dimensions : 6 cm × 13.5 cm × 10 cm
The product will be professionally packed and sent safely to your address by local post.
The pictures of the product are made with the highest possible resolution, precisely to capture possible small defects (small scratches, stains, defect), the pictures are part of the product description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Metal
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
6 cm
Width
13.5 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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