Cabinet box, cream bone, mother-of-pearl, silver, United Kingdom, early 20th c.
2 640 PLN
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This miniature case from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries is an exquisite example of British personal accessories, reflecting the late Victorian and early Edwardian sensibility. The slender, cylindrical body is crafted from natural bone, formed and joined using traditional hot modeling techniques to achieve a perfectly smooth, subtly lustrous surface. The lid features a disk of iridescent mother-of-pearl, shimmering with rainbow reflections depending on the angle of light, and is crowned with a raised silver medallion intricately embossed with a botanical motif. The interplay of textures—smooth bone, glassy mother-of-pearl, and softly matte silver with a gentle patina—creates a harmonious composition. The precision-threaded closure ensures secure and effortless opening and closing. The piece remains in excellent, collector’s condition with no damage, losses, or repairs; all components are original and intact.This small object quietly narrates the era when devotion to detail and craftsmanship signified status and refined taste. The box whispers of daily rituals long past, of cherished keepsakes tucked away in secret compartments. The play of light on the mother-of-pearl invokes the subdued elegance of English drawing rooms, where every item had a story. The floral silver relief repeats classic decorative motifs of the period, lending an air of subtle nostalgia and restrained sophistication.The case can serve as a distinguished accent in a collector’s showcase or on a vanity, enhancing the beauty of other period items—
DIMENSION
Height4 cm
Length7.6 cm
Dimension details
Length7.6 cm
Height4 cm
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