Mother-of-Pearl Veneered Box, 20th Century

Name: Mother-of-Pearl Veneered Box, 20th Century
Brand: AntiquesInvest
SKU: 4405142930
Price: 974.97 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (22 reviews)

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Vintage from the 1980s
Materials: Mother of pearl

Mother-of-Pearl Veneered Box, 20th Century
This box is veneered with mother-of-pearl, giving the surfaces a softly iridescent sheen that catches light at different angles. The interior is lined with rich red velvet, a choice that enhances its refinement and suggests use as a keepsake or jewellery box. Its proportions (5 cm high by 22 cm wide by 16 cm deep) lend it the character of a compact decorative casket rather than a large storage piece.

Such a box would typically serve as a fine objects d’art, a container for jewellery, small valuables or personal mementoes. Its mother-of-pearl surface places it within a long lineage of decorative luxury items which harnessed the material’s natural luminous beauty. Its modest height and elongated width suggest placement on a dressing table or shelf, combining utility with aesthetic presence.

Although the precise provenance is unrecorded, the form, materials and lining are consistent with decorative boxes produced in the early to mid 20th century. The craftsmanship reflects the enduring appeal of mother-of-pearl as both a decorative surface and a marker of luxury.
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Condition Report
The piece is in very good condition. The veneer remains uniformly intact, the iridescent quality of the mother-of-pearl is well preserved, and the velvet lining appears clean and structurally sound. Wear is minimal, with only a minor chip, there is no major loss or damage evident — appropriate for its age and nature.
Material & Dimensions: Mother-of-pearl veneer over a box structure, lined with red velvet. Height: 5 cm; Width: 22 cm; Depth: 16 cm.

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