Lot 229: A Set of Five Vintage Dark Blue Velvet and Embossed Metal Trinket Boxes

A set of five decorative lidded boxes, likely intended for jewelry or trinkets, comprising two hexagonal, one oval, and two heart-shaped forms. Each box features dark blue velvet exterior cladding and interior lining. The lids are adorned with a silver-toned metal plate, intricately embossed or chased with a dense foliate and scrollwork pattern, centered by a polished, raised area matching the box’s shape. The visible sides of the boxes feature gold-toned metal bands with similar ornate decorative motifs. The overall aesthetic is ornate and traditional, suggesting a decorative or revivalist style.