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This is a charming, early 20th-century antique lacquered wood jewelry or keepsake box. The hinged lid features a lithographed folk art print of German painter Hans Thoma's famous 1872 work, Kinderreigen (Children Dancing in a Ring), sealed under a protective lacquer.
Design & Craftsmanship: European Folk Art / Italian Florentine Revival with raised gesso scrollwork detailing along the sides. Accents: Vibrant hand-painted teal/turquoise bottom trim and decorative corner studs.Interior: Lined with its original, vibrant red velvet/felt bottom lining, ideal for safeguarding jewelry or trinkets.Base: The bottom is lined with protective green felt to safeguard fine furniture surfaces.
Condition Report (Please Read & See Photos):This beautiful piece is structurally sound but shows visible signs of its significant age and history, giving it an authentic, rustic antique character:Corner & Edge Wear: There is a notable chip in the wood/gesso on the bottom front-left corner (as pictured in close-up photos), revealing the light wood underneath.Finish & Paint: The turquoise bottom trim shows paint loss, chips, and wear along the edges. The gold gesso scrollwork has a heavy, dark antique patina with minor scuffs.Lid & Hardware: The top print shows minor age-related fading and surface checking. Interior: The red velvet lining is intact but shows typical light fading and dust from decades of use.Please review all high-resolution photos carefully as they serve as the primary description of the item's cosmetic condition.
