{"title":"Jewelry Caskets \u0026 Boxes","description":"\u003cp\u003eJewelry caskets in opaline, crystal, porcelain and gilt bronze, plus trinket boxes and a few pieces that resist categorization. Made in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries for rings, letters and secrets. Contents not included.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-bohemian-ruby-glass-casket-with-gilt-bronze-mounts","title":"Antique Bohemian Ruby Glass Casket with Gilt Bronze Mounts","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Bohemian Ruby Glass Casket with Gilt Bronze Mounts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLate 19th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is something unmistakably romantic about true ruby glass. This antique Bohemian casket glows with a rich, saturated red—its color deep and luminous, revealing the exceptional clarity and craftsmanship for which the region was renowned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe elegant oval form is crowned by a fitted lid and encircled by a finely detailed gilt bronze mount, delicately cast with scrollwork and an original lock escutcheon. Bohemian glassmakers of the late 19th century were celebrated for their mastery of color, and this example captures that legacy beautifully. Pieces like this were often kept on a vanity or dressing table, safeguarding letters, jewels, and personal treasures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, it remains just as captivating—whether used to house a cherished collection or displayed as a sculptural object that brings warmth and history into a space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBohemia, late 1800s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby glass with gilt bronze mounts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures 6” wide x 4” deep x 4” high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition consistent with age and use. There is one scratch to the top surface, visible in the photographs. The original side handles are no longer present. These details do not detract from the beauty or display of the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swan Hill Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48312068309211,"sku":null,"price":795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0466\/6843\/files\/7EE09E2F-1D30-46CE-BC37-EC2F7DA68232.jpg?v=1772415427"},{"product_id":"antique-parisian-leather-box-with-hand-painted-portrait","title":"Antique Parisian Leather Box with Hand Painted Portrait","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"body-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA captivating relic of Parisian luxury from the Belle Époque: a large oval box — likely a hat or trinket box — covered in rich tobacco-brown leather with a beautifully aged, grained texture. Set into the lid is an exquisite hand-painted portrait miniature depicting an 18th-century aristocratic lady in a golden gown, her powdered hair dressed with flowers and jewels, holding a garland of pink roses against a soft powder-blue ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe miniature bears a small artist's signature — appearing to read \u003cstrong\u003e\"Bruy\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — and is executed with the fine, confident brushwork characteristic of professional portrait miniaturists working in the French academic tradition. The subject evokes the style of Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun or Fragonard's pastoral beauties, placing her firmly in the late 18th-century aesthetic so fashionable among Parisian luxury goods of the 1880s–1910s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"highlight-box\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior is lined in a silk moiré stamped in gold with the maker's mark: \u003cem\u003eF. Marquis — 59 Passage des Panoramas, 44 Rue Vivienne, Paris\u003c\/em\u003e — a prestigious address in the covered arcades that defined luxury retail in 19th-century France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Passage des Panoramas is one of Paris's oldest covered galleries, a world-famous destination for fine shops, engravers, and gift purveyors throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries. A box bearing this address speaks to its origin as a high-quality gift object, likely intended to hold gloves, a hat, or a lady's personal effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leather lid shows honest patina commensurate with its age, while the painted miniature remains vivid and beautifully preserved. A singular and decorative piece for a collector of French antiques, miniature portraiture, or Belle Époque luxury objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9\" length, 7\" width \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swan Hill Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48519676461275,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0466\/6843\/files\/A53459F7-249B-4453-8436-5BAB9ACD7035.jpg?v=1774648046"},{"product_id":"antique-bohemian-glass-casket","title":"Antique Bohemian Glass Casket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Bohemian Glass Casket with Hand-Painted Enamel Florals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA truly charming \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eantique Bohemian glass casket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating to the late 19th century, and beautifully adorned with hand-painted enamel decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe softly domed lid features a delicate arrangement of florals in shades of blue, ivory, and warm brown, accented with subtle gilt detailing. Set against the luminous white glass, the decoration feels both romantic and refined—each brushstroke adding to its one-of-a-kind character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe piece is finished with a warm-toned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egilt metal mount\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with a hinged lid and elegant scrolling feet, giving it a light, elevated presence. Inside, the glass is smooth and clean, making it as functional as it is decorative.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese Bohemian pieces were prized for their craftsmanship and decorative appeal, designed to sit atop vanities and dressing tables as both useful objects and small works of art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximately 5.75” diameter x 3.75” tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent antique condition. The glass is in beautiful shape with no noted chips or cracks. The enamel decoration remains vibrant. Light, age-appropriate wear to the metal mount.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA special piece to hold jewelry or keepsakes—equally stunning styled on its own as part of a collected vignette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swan Hill Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48610301771995,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0466\/6843\/files\/53F176E8-7D57-41C7-9179-5F1D4742D35D.jpg?v=1776458711"},{"product_id":"early-20th-century-czech-style-jeweled-trinket-box","title":"Early 20th Century Czech Jeweled Trinket Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly 20th Century Czech Jeweled Trinket Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful early 20th century Czech jeweled trinket box with ornate raised metalwork and colorful glass stone accents. The round form features a richly detailed lid with filigree-style decoration, deep cobalt blue stones, emerald green stones, and an amber-colored center stone for a striking old-world look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sides are equally decorative, with repeating pierced-style panels and leaf motifs that give the piece wonderful texture and dimension. The interior is lined in deep purple velvet, making it lovely for holding jewelry, keepsakes, or small treasures on a vanity, dresser, or bookshelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA romantic decorative piece with wonderful color, patina, and collected charm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.25 inches wide by 3 inches tall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wear consistent with age and use, including patina, darkening, and surface wear to the metal finish. Some age-related wear to the velvet lining. 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The piece has a classic square form with richly cut diamond-pattern detail throughout, giving it wonderful sparkle, texture, and weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe casket is finished with a brass-tone hinged mount and clasp, adding warmth and old-world charm to the clear crystal. Lovely for holding jewelry, keepsakes, love notes, or small treasures on a vanity, dresser, or bookshelf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA timeless French decorative piece with beautiful shine and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wear consistent with age and use, including light patina to the metal mount. Crystal presents beautifully. 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Overall nice shape with a small chip on mother of pearl on the top left as pictured. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swan Hill Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48820400619739,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0466\/6843\/files\/1FDA20D6-D633-4972-82A6-8628546F696B.jpg?v=1780068743"},{"product_id":"murano-sapphire-cobalt-glass-box","title":"Murano Sapphire-Cobalt Glass Box","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMurano Sapphire-Cobalt Glass Box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking vintage Murano glass box in a luminous sapphire-cobalt blue — rich, saturated, and jewel-like in the most beautiful way. The thick translucent glass catches the light beautifully, giving the piece that glowing depth Murano glass is so loved for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe box is finished with a warm gold-tone band, adding a beautiful contrast against the vivid blue glass. The form feels clean and architectural, while the color and detailing make it feel glamorous, collected, and special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect styled on a vanity, bar cart, coffee table, or bookshelf, this piece can be used to hold jewelry, matchbooks, keepsakes, or simply displayed as a sculptural object. A gorgeous pop of color and an instant conversation piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5” x 3” x 4” high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Murano glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSapphire-cobalt blue glass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGold-tone band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLidded box form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful as a jewelry box, trinket box, or decorative object\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swan Hill Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48893220520155,"sku":null,"price":1295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0466\/6843\/files\/0DADFF9C-0A8D-41BF-B0FF-8BC14FDB9ABF.jpg?v=1781990870"},{"product_id":"19th-century-french-porcelain-bronze-casket","title":"19th Century French Porcelain \u0026 Bronze Casket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19th Century French Porcelain \u0026amp; Bronze Casket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19th-century French porcelain casket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, richly decorated with hand-painted floral details, intricate gilt ornamentation, and elaborate bronze mounts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe porcelain body features a delicate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblue and gilt latticework pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with tiny leafy garlands creating an almost textile-like effect across the surface. Hand-painted floral reserves of pink, purple, yellow, and turquoise blossoms decorate both the front and lid, surrounded by scrolling gilt borders. A broad textured band of gold along the lid gives the piece an especially luxurious presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe porcelain is set within an ornate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egilt bronze framework\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with decorative trim, an elaborate foliate clasp, and four beautifully cast scrolling feet. The interior is finished in white porcelain with an additional hand-painted rose tucked inside the lid—a charming detail revealed when the casket is opened.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe casket is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunmarked\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, as many French decorative porcelain pieces of the period were. Its combination of finely decorated porcelain and elaborate bronze mounting is characteristic of the luxurious decorative objects produced in France during the 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is age-related wear to the gilt and bronze mounts and minor imperfections consistent with age, all contributing to its wonderful antique character. Please review photographs closely for condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA spectacular little jewel of a piece, beautiful displayed on a dressing table, atop a stack of books, or collected as an example of 19th-century French decorative arts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6.5” L x 4” D x 5” H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swan Hill Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49101713899739,"sku":null,"price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0683\/0466\/6843\/files\/0B1F3EA3-EDFF-46E7-BA7F-9CD42348AE5E.jpg?v=1786139713"},{"product_id":"antique-french-opaline-floral-casket-with-gilt-bronze-mounts-1","title":"Antique French Opaline Floral Casket with Gilt Bronze Mounts","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique French Opaline Floral Casket with Gilt Bronze Mounts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrance | Circa 1835–1845\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant mid-19th-century French casket is crafted in soapy opaline demi-crystal, a prized glass developed in the Lorraine region during the first half of the 19th century. The opaline body is richly hand-painted with naturalistic floral garlands, characteristic of the Louis-Philippe period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe glass form would have been produced by a major Lorraine glasshouse, a region that included leading manufacturers such as Baccarat and Saint-Louis, which supplied high-quality undecorated opaline blanks to the luxury trade. This piece is very likely a Baccarat supplied blank from my research. These blanks were then finished by independent decorative ateliers. The floral painting on this example aligns closely with documented work from the workshop of Jean-François Robert, an important 19th-century decorator known for applying naturalistic enamel decoration to opaline glass during the 1830s–1840s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe casket is fitted with finely chased gilt bronze mounts, including a pierced escutcheon, twisted rope molding, scrolling feet, and side handles. This style of mounting is consistent with high-quality workshops operating in Mannheim and Paris, where glass objects were often completed with bronze fittings before entering the European luxury market.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a harmonious object in which glass, decoration, and metalwork are fully integrated—reflecting the collaborative production model typical of the period. Comparable examples are illustrated in authoritative French references on opaline glass and mid-19th-century decorative arts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA refined and highly collectible piece, ideal for display in a vitrine or as a statement object within a curated interior. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eabout 5½” wide × 4¾” high\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Opaline with hand-painted enamel decoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMounts: Gilt bronze\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: Circa 1835–1845\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Very good antique condition with age-appropriate wear to the bronze; decoration remains vibrant and well preserved. 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The gilt metal framework features delicate decorative borders, a stunning Greek key motif along the upper edge, and beautifully detailed feet that elevate the entire casket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hinged glass lid opens to reveal a gorgeous deep rose-colored tufted cushion, creating the most romantic setting for displaying treasured jewelry, wedding keepsakes, or other precious mementos.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally, bridal caskets were used to hold special wedding gifts, jewelry, and sentimental treasures. 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The exterior is adorned with beautifully detailed black relief decorations featuring romantic figures, floral garlands, and ornamental motifs. The casket rests on four substantial, sculptural feet, adding to its dramatic presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hinged lid is crowned with an elaborate black sculptural arrangement surrounding a stunning painted enamel oval floral medallion, featuring delicate pink roses and colorful blossoms against a rich cobalt-blue background, framed in gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior is equally beautiful, lined in luxurious deep burgundy moiré fabric with decorative braided trim. 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