Silver & Enamel Box with Tapestry Lid - Circa 1910 - 1920

Silver & Enamel Box with Tapestry Lid - Circa 1910 - 1920

£975.00

Antique Silver & Guilloché Enamel Oval Box - Circa Early 20th Century (c. 1910-1920)

Silver and enamel antique box featuring blue guilloché enamel and a lid with a needlepoint floral scene under glass, likely designed for holding pills or snuff.
Oval shape with delicate filigree or engine-turned detailing around the rim

Dated from the late 19th or early 20th century, commonly manufactured in , such as in Austria or Germany.

Antique Silver & Guilloché Enamel Oval Box - Circa Early 20th Century (c. 1910-1920)

A beautifully crafted antique oval box featuring vibrant cobalt blue guilloché enamel over a finely engine-turned ground. The rich translucent enamel reveals the intricate wave pattern beneath, framed by delicate silver mounts with engraved detailing.

The lid is inset with a charming floral needlework panel beneath a protective cover, adding warmth and romantic character to the refined silver and enamel exterior. The underside displays concentric engine-turning, showcasing the high level of craftsmanship typical of early 20th-century European silverwork. Hallmarks are present (as shown), confirming its silver content and period authenticity.

Features:
• Solid silver with detailed engraved borders
• Deep blue guilloché enamel finish
• Floral needlework panel inset to lid
• Hinged oval form
• Fully hallmarked

Condition:
Very good antique condition consistent with age. Minor surface wear and light marks commensurate with over a century of careful use. Enamel remains vibrant and intact.There are a couple of chips to the enamel

An elegant collector's piece, perfect as a trinket box, pill box, or decorative accent - a refined example of early 20th-century craftsmanship that brings both history and beauty to any collection.


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Dimensions:

Height 3 cm / 1 "
Width 8.2 cm / 3 "
Depth 6.3 cm / 2 "
Weight 184 g (5.92 troy ozs)

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