SAN YOU - Musical jewellery box - China - 1980-1990 - Oriental decorations





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This SAN YOU Chinese vintage jewellery box, made of wood and fabric and decorated in an oriental style, dates from 1980–1990 and has an integrated working music box.
Description from the seller
Vintage Chinese Jewelry Box with Musical Movement, Oriental Decorations and Red Finish – San You – 20th Century
Identification
Based on the labels on the bottom, we can identify:
Brand: SAN YOU
Made in: China
Number shown: 818, probably a production or item code.
Estimated period: second half of the 20th century.
Melody: cannot be identified from the labels present.
Description
Distinctive vintage jewelry box made by China’s San You, crafted from wood with a red lacquered finish and Oriental-inspired decorations.
The miniature cabinet is modeled on a traditional Chinese cupboard, with three drawers, two compartments with doors, and small gold-tone metal details.
The front panels are embellished with refined decorative compositions depicting pagodas, trees, and Oriental landscapes, made from thin ivory-colored applied elements against a black background.
The interior is lined with red fabric featuring floral motifs.
A particularly interesting feature is the integrated musical movement, which is working and is activated by opening the long side door. It plays an extended melody that has not yet been identified.
An original vintage decorative accessory, ideal as a small collectible jewelry box or an Oriental-style furnishing accent.
Dimensions
Height: 24 cm
Width: 20 cm
Depth: 9 cm
Condition
Good overall vintage condition, with signs of age and use.
The lacquered finish has scratches, minor abrasions, and localized losses, especially along some edges. The applied decorations show signs of wear and minor irregularities.
The interior retains its original red fabric lining.
Musical movement works and is activated by opening the long door.
Condition as shown in the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.
Seller's Story
Vintage Chinese Jewelry Box with Musical Movement, Oriental Decorations and Red Finish – San You – 20th Century
Identification
Based on the labels on the bottom, we can identify:
Brand: SAN YOU
Made in: China
Number shown: 818, probably a production or item code.
Estimated period: second half of the 20th century.
Melody: cannot be identified from the labels present.
Description
Distinctive vintage jewelry box made by China’s San You, crafted from wood with a red lacquered finish and Oriental-inspired decorations.
The miniature cabinet is modeled on a traditional Chinese cupboard, with three drawers, two compartments with doors, and small gold-tone metal details.
The front panels are embellished with refined decorative compositions depicting pagodas, trees, and Oriental landscapes, made from thin ivory-colored applied elements against a black background.
The interior is lined with red fabric featuring floral motifs.
A particularly interesting feature is the integrated musical movement, which is working and is activated by opening the long side door. It plays an extended melody that has not yet been identified.
An original vintage decorative accessory, ideal as a small collectible jewelry box or an Oriental-style furnishing accent.
Dimensions
Height: 24 cm
Width: 20 cm
Depth: 9 cm
Condition
Good overall vintage condition, with signs of age and use.
The lacquered finish has scratches, minor abrasions, and localized losses, especially along some edges. The applied decorations show signs of wear and minor irregularities.
The interior retains its original red fabric lining.
Musical movement works and is activated by opening the long door.
Condition as shown in the photographs, which form an integral part of the description.

