An Antique 19th C. Italian Micro Mosaic Floral Motif Jewelry Box

Product Description

A Marvelous Antique 19th Century Italian Micro Mosaic Floral Motif Jewelry Box. Step back in time with this exquisite Italian micro mosaic jewelry box dating back to 1880. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this gorgeous dore bronze hinged box features a captivating array of tesserae in a variety of shapes and colors, creating a stunning masterpiece that showcases the artistry of the era. The micro mosaic design is truly a sight to behold, with flowers delicately arranged within multiple beautifully patterned borders. Each petal is meticulously crafted from different mosaic pieces, cut to precision to achieve the perfect size and shape. The result is a charming and very pretty display of tiny flowers, elegantly sectioned off into arrangements the focal point being a central round bordered multicolored floral composition.

The front panel boasts a white edging adorned with green leaves, within which lies a mesmerizing arrangement of blue flowers. These captivating blooms transition gracefully from lighter shades at the top to deeper blues below, creating an illusion of depth and three-dimensionality. The entire jewelry box appears like a splendid floral garden, reminiscent of a beautiful summer’s day. Measuring 4 inches wide, 2 inches in depth, and 2.5 inches tall, this jewel box is a perfect blend of form and function. The end of the box is adorned with a charming turquoise border mosaic, with a central arrangement of dainty white daisies. The box rests upon sweet little dore bronze bun feet.
Italy, Circa: 1880

Height: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)
Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)