Lot 265: A Relief-Decorated Metal Box Containing a Collection of Costume Jewellery
A rectangular metal box featuring a relief-moulded scene on the lid depicting Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, framed by a border of scrolling foliate and floral motifs. The sides of the box are further decorated with embossed scrollwork. The box contains a collection of costume jewellery and trinkets, including beaded necklaces and bracelets in materials such as glass, plastic, and mother-of-pearl, along with turquoise-coloured and aventurine beads. The contents include items in retail packaging with barcode labels reading K2073-C-P1012 and MADE IN CHINA, and a collectible card marked MILLIE THE MILLENNIUM BUG. A blue mesh organza pouch is also included. No maker’s marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the metal box.
Length: 23 cm
Width: 17.5 cm
Height: 6.5 cm.
Condition report:
The metal box shows significant surface wear, oxidation, and minor pitting across the lid and sides (Photo 3 and 4). The jewellery is in mixed condition; several items appear unused in original retail packaging (Photo 1), while the loose components are heavily tangled (Photo 2). The MILLIE THE MILLENNIUM BUG card shows minor wear to the corners (Photo 1).
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