A Mixed Collection of Vintage Trinket Pots and Boxes
This lot brings together a varied group of trinket pots, pillboxes and small decorative containers, presented in a cardboard tray and a further row laid out on a blue ground. The selection includes a gilt metal matchbox case embossed with a cherub, alongside oval and round boxes in porcelain, enamel, onyx, mother-of-pearl and pierced metalwork. Decorative themes range from floral and rose designs and a mallard duck to a classical figure, a blue and white landscape and a pastoral scene. Several pieces have hinged lids, and the variety of materials and motifs makes this an appealing group for anyone building a display of small decorative boxes.
Condition and Collector Interest
The pieces show the expected signs of age and handling, including small rubbing to gilt edges, minor surface wear and some dust and tarnish to the metalwork. The lids appear to close, but no internal inspection has been carried out, and buyers should check the fit and any hinges or clasps on the pieces that interest them. Each box is offered as seen, and the photographs show the general condition. For collectors, the mix of porcelain, enamel, onyx and metal makes this a useful group for study or display, and the cherub matchbox case in particular will appeal to those who collect vanity and smoking accessories.
