Rectangular jewelry box characterized by a rich decorative program. Based on ribbon foliage, it presents elongated flower calyxes topped with a magnificent dragonfly.
The flat lid is decorated with a profile image of a young femme fatale. She looks at herself in the mirror, waiting for a string of pearls to be held out to her.
The whole thing is placed on four stylized legs
JEWELRY BOX, silver-plated tin, circa 1900
zł1,600.00
Rectangular jewelry box characterized by a rich decorative program. Based on ribbon foliage, it presents elongated flower calyxes topped with a magnificent dragonfly.
The flat lid is decorated with a profile image of a young femme fatale. She looks at herself in the mirror, waiting for a string of pearls to be held out to her.
The whole thing is placed on four stylized legs
Description
Art Nouveau, circa 1900
Silver-plated tin with traces of gilding.
Dimensions: 7cm x 17cm x 12cm
Condition: numerous abrasions.