Sorrento - Musical jewellery box - Italy - 1950-1960






Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.
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Sorrento musical jewellery box, made in 1960 with marquetry in oak, cherry and olive burl.
Description from the seller
Beautiful musical jewelry box
Marquetry and noble woods
Original and perfect condition winding mechanism
Italy, first half of the 20th century
Good state of conservation for its age
Total height 45 cm
Width/depth : 38 x 28 cm
Annex of materials :
- Noble woods in the marquetry and structure; Oak, cherry and olive root
It will be properly packaged for insured and guaranteed shipping.
Photos are part of the description
We are looking at a mid-20th-century musical jewelry box, probably produced between the 1950s and 1960s. The jewelry box shows a marquetry design, a solid structure, and beautiful details in the luxury productions of Sorrento from the mid-20th century. Decorated with floral motifs which are characteristic of this style, inspired by Art Nouveau. The item has approximate dimensions of 45 cm tall and 38 x 28 cm in width and depth. This type of musical jewelry boxes tended to adorn the luxurious interiors of homes and emblematic buildings during the height of the Art Nouveau style and up to the mid-20th century.
Main Features
1. Materials and Manufacturing Technique
Noble woods in both the structure and the central marquetry rosette.
Condition
The item is in good condition, all checked and original
Market Prices
The market price for this type of object is rising and quite variable. In specific auctions they tend to reach prices of 400/500 euros. In other markets they are usually around 300/400 euros
Sources :
Sorrento Archives (1890-1989).
Beautiful musical jewelry box
Marquetry and noble woods
Original and perfect condition winding mechanism
Italy, first half of the 20th century
Good state of conservation for its age
Total height 45 cm
Width/depth : 38 x 28 cm
Annex of materials :
- Noble woods in the marquetry and structure; Oak, cherry and olive root
It will be properly packaged for insured and guaranteed shipping.
Photos are part of the description
We are looking at a mid-20th-century musical jewelry box, probably produced between the 1950s and 1960s. The jewelry box shows a marquetry design, a solid structure, and beautiful details in the luxury productions of Sorrento from the mid-20th century. Decorated with floral motifs which are characteristic of this style, inspired by Art Nouveau. The item has approximate dimensions of 45 cm tall and 38 x 28 cm in width and depth. This type of musical jewelry boxes tended to adorn the luxurious interiors of homes and emblematic buildings during the height of the Art Nouveau style and up to the mid-20th century.
Main Features
1. Materials and Manufacturing Technique
Noble woods in both the structure and the central marquetry rosette.
Condition
The item is in good condition, all checked and original
Market Prices
The market price for this type of object is rising and quite variable. In specific auctions they tend to reach prices of 400/500 euros. In other markets they are usually around 300/400 euros
Sources :
Sorrento Archives (1890-1989).
