Antique Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Gesso Trinket Box Lady Portrait Small

Description

View Antique Italian Florentine Gilt Wood Gesso Trinket Box Lady Portrait Small with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. The box is decorated with raised gesso scrollwork, gilt accents and a rope-style border surrounding the portrait. A small handwritten paper label on the underside appears to read “C. 1739,” although the box itself is not represented as dating from 1739. Antique Italian Florentine-style wooden trinket or keepsake box featuring a printed portrait of a young woman in period clothing. The box is decorated with raised gesso scrollwork, gilt accents and a rope-style border surrounding the portrait. A small handwritten paper label on the underside appears to read “C. 1739,” although the box itself is not represented as dating from 1739. Measures approximately 3 1/4 inches across. The box displays substantial age-related wear, including finish loss, discoloration, surface cracking, edge wear, small chips and separation or deterioration along portions of the lid and body. The aged, distressed surface is clearly visible and gives the piece considerable antique decorative character. A charming small box for a Florentine decorative-art collection, vanity display or antique portrait collection. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Decorative Collectibles › Boxes, Jars & Tins. Brand: Cameo.

Material

Wood

Size

Small

Brand

Cameo

Type

Trinket Box

Style

Italian

Features

Boxed

Finish

Gold

Subject

Boxing