European Boxes and Cases

An Italian brown leather box with gold embossing, circa mid-20th century, Italy. A small, rectangular Italian leather box with fleur-de-lis desig...

An Art Nouveau period antique wooden pencil with gold holder France, circa 1900s case weight - 11 grams case measurements - 0.39 x 3.62 x 5.55 i...

Hexagonal vesta box designed by Asprey & Company. Very rare and unusual vesta matches box, created in Birmingham England by Asprey & Company Limited, back in the 1923. Crafted during the art deco period in a hexagonal shape in solid yellow gold of 9 karats, The six lateral sides are decorated with engine turned guilloche and the top and bottom in plain. Fitted on top with a hinged hexagonal push lid. Excellent craftmanship depicting an odd and geometric shape. Perfect condition with no dents or previous restorations. Weight: 45.95 Grams, (29.45 Dwt). Measurements: 56 mm by 52 mm by 16 mm (2.20 x 2.05 x 0.63 Inches). Hallmarks Stamped with British crown marks, the anchor mark for the city of Birmingham, the maker's mark A&Co Ltd., the mark .375 for the assay of the 9kt gold, the letter Y for the years 1923-1924 and signed, "ASPREY LONDON 8 .375 REG.584151 A&CO LTD Y". Asprey The company was established in England in Mitcham, Surrey, in 1781. Founded as a silk printing business by William Asprey, it soon became a luxury emporium. In 1841, William Asprey's elder son Charles went into partnership with a stationer located on London's Bond Street. In 1847, the family broke with this partner and moved into 167 New Bond Street, the premises Asprey occupies today. From its central London location, Asprey advertised 'articles of exclusive design and high quality, whether for personal adornment or personal accompaniment and to endow with richness and beauty the table and homes of people of refinement and discernment.' An early specialty was dressing cases. Asprey crafted traditional cases and designs, mostly in leather, suitable for the new style of travel ushered in by railways. As the business grew, the company acquired manufacturing facilities and hired silversmith, goldsmith, jewelers and watchmakers. In the 1920's, commissions poured in from around the world, from American millionaire J. P. Morgan to potentates such as the Maharaja of Patiala, who commissioned a huge teak travelling trunk for each of his wives, in which each trunk was fitted with solid silver washing and bathing utensils with waterspouts of ornate tiger head and lined with blue velvet. Asprey cigarette...

Sterling silver box by Edward Smith of Birmingham, England, circa 1828. No monogram. Beautiful small rectangular box featuring an etched design...

Of rounded corners square shape, the lid painted to depict the theater “La Scala” in Milano Dimension: 7.5 x 7.5 cm Weight: 200 gr Italian silver marks In the Calderoni Gioielli ...

925 sterling silver small pyramid box Manufactured by Brandimarte Florence Italy Made entirely by hand Weight g 355 Height 12.5 cm Base 17 cm Hammered workmanship has always been a ...

Beautiful antique leather box for jewels. Contains removable tray with 2 compartments Made of leather with gilded embossed decorative pattern Origin : France, early XX century Se...

Discover a timepiece holder with rustic, authentic charm, typical of the folk art style. Hand-carved with remarkable meticulousness, it features openwork patterns of clubs, hearts, s...

Discover an exceptional collector's item: this gold-leafed wooden timepiece holder, a true treasure dating back to the 1st Empire. Combining elegance and history, it stands out for i...

This is a Museum piece, an Edwardian Silver and Hardstone-mounted Snuff Box marked for Aide & Lovekin Ltd., Birmingham, 1908, from the collection of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. ...

We are proud to introduce a rare and beautifully preserved piece of art: this charming vintage coin purse, masterfully crafted in rich 18 carat yellow gold, offering a unique blend o...

Cards case designed by Ghiso Paris. Gorgeous piece, created in the art deco style in Paris France by the luxury makers and jewelry house of Ghiso, back in the 1920. It was carved wi...

Antique French Miniature 18K Gold Piqué Tortoiseshell Snuff Box, circa 1790 Rare snuffbox made of tortoiseshell with fine gold piqué decor on ...

18k Yellow Gold Signature Classic Large Double C Belt Buckle by Cartier. Details: Weight: 40.1 grams Measurements: Buckle: 42mm x 49mm Fits belt strap ...

Continental enamel case box imported by Henry Charles Freeman Ltd. An extraordinary beautiful continental case box, with sponsor's mark and english import marks for Henry Charles Fr...

K-over mission is making people closer to art. According to us, it is not necessary to go to a museum to appreciate the work done by great artists. Indeed, art can be part our life through everyday objects. That is why we created our product line “Live in art”. The collection consists in leather photo...

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Solid Sterling Silver The Northern Goldsmiths Newcastle upon tyne 1927 engine turned cigarette cas...

This fantastic Art Deco Sterling Silver Box is entirely hand made. It is Hallmarked, Sterling Silver "935." This means that it is 93.5 percent pure silver. We cannot find a makers ma...

Art deco enamel vinaigrette box. Beautiful vinaigrette case, created in London England back in the 1930. This stunning piece has been crafted in a a r...

Cartier London black enamel and diamond set card case. A silver gilt and black enamel rectangular card case with hinged lid and diamond set latch, latch composed of seven graduating ...

This European (English) Cigarette Case from the 1920’s is a rare find! Measuring 80mm (W, including the lock) x 88mm (L) x 11mm (D) Marked 'Alpacca' to inner rim, of rectangular ...

In this interesting sterling silver box, is set a micromosaic, depicting “ The doves of Pliny”, from a famous mosaic attributed to Sosus of Pergamon. He was a Greek mosaic artist of the second century BC. He is the only mosaic artist whose name was recorded in literature. The original mosaic from Hadrian's Villa, now in the Capitoline Museums, depicts a group of doves on a round bowl. As described by Pliny, one dove is drinking while the others are sunning themselves. The Doves of Pliny, or the "Capitoline Doves...

Fine rectangular mother of pearl box engraved with garlands of leaves and gilt bronze mounts, finely chiseled with interlacing, garlands and flower basket resting on four winged lion...

Rolex Green Tablet Case for Ipad or Samsung Tab 4 - Rolex green BaselWorld 2016 tablet case with adjustable size bar to fit iPad, iPad 2, or Samsung Tab 4. Includes box. Length: 11.2...

Circa 1915 Frosted crystal pill or snuff box, measuring 1 1/4 inch in diameter and 1 inch in height. Having a silver hinged top with a mother of Pearl backed reverse crystal of a Col...

An Italian green granite box, with a micromosaic mounted in a two-color gold chased border. Depicted is a goldfinch (carduelis carduelis) on a branch with berries and overlooking the Mediterranean. The scene is surrounded by a millefiori border. By Giacomo Raffaelli...