Box - floral blackberry - hinged oval - .800 silver - Chatelaine Box 19th C.

Antique Art Nouveau silver chatelaine box / pendant – floral blackberry decoration – 800 silver – c. 1900 A charming antique Art Nouveau silver miniature box, designed to be worn suspended from a chatelaine, long guard chain or lady's belt. Crafted in 800 silver, the hinged oval box is beautifully decorated in high relief with an elegant branch of blackberry leaves and berries, a characteristic naturalistic motif of the Art Nouveau movement. Small suspended silver boxes such as this served both decorative and practical purposes. They were commonly used to hold pills, small cosmetic items, tiny personal keepsakes, or occasionally scented materials, making them both fashionable accessories and useful personal objects. The box retains its original suspension ring and closes securely. The interior is plain and clean, while the exterior displays an attractive hand-finished surface with rich relief decoration. Hallmarks Marked 800 for solid silver. Additional maker's or assay mark present but indistinct. Condition Good antique condition with age-related wear, light surface scratches and a few small dents consistent with more than a century of careful use. Please study the photographs, which form part of the description. Dimensions Height: approx. 2 cm Length: approx. 4.5 cm Width: approx. 3.5 cm Weight: approx. 13 g A delightful and highly decorative Art Nouveau silver accessory, combining elegant craftsmanship with the flowing botanical design that defines the period. An attractive collector's piece suitable for collectors of Art Nouveau silver, chatelaines and antique ladies' accessories. Catawiki or Bpost smart shipping services, insured and well packed. #Exclusiveselectio

Estimación:€150

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