{"product_id":"odd-shaped-chinese-little-trinket-box-with-mirrored-lid-porcelain-top","title":"Odd Shaped Chinese Little Trinket Box With Mirrored Lid Porcelain Top","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e The trinket box is in good vintage condition. There is some minor wear and patina to the metal base consistent with age. The porcelain top is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks. The mirror inside shows some age, but is still functional and adds to the vintage character. The hinge is in perfect working order, and the lid closes securely. Please inspect all photos carefully, as they are a key part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unbranded\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jewellery Box\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepartment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Women\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItems Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jewellery Box\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chinese\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomised:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonalise:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a unique and charming vintage Chinese trinket box. This small, oddshaped box features a beautifully handpainted porcelain top and a mirrored lid on the interior. The design on the top is striking, with a playful depiction of an animal (likely a rat, given the stylization) surrounded by colorful flora and a central character. The sides of the box are crafted from metal with an intricate raised floral and vine pattern, and the top rim is decorated with a beaded or ropelike texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe lid is hinged and opens to reveal a mirror on the inside. This is a very interesting and unusual detail that adds to its appeal. The bottom of the box is a plain, undecorated metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHistoric Background:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis type of trinket box, often with an enamel or porcelain top and a metal base, was a popular export item from China in the midtolate 20th century. The handpainted quality and unique shape suggest it was not massproduced, but rather a piece of artisanal craft. While the exact date is difficult to pinpoint without a maker's mark, the style and construction are indicative of a vintage piece from the midcentury era. The combination of the handpainted porcelain and the utilitarian mirrored interior makes this a fascinating and functional antique.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe trinket box is in good vintage condition. There is some minor wear and patina to the metal base consistent with age. The porcelain top is in excellent condition with no chips or cracks. The mirror inside shows some age, but is still functional and adds to the vintage character. The hinge is in perfect working order, and the lid closes securely. Please inspect all photos carefully, as they are a key part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLength:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 2.75 inches (7 cm) at the longest point\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 1 inches \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis trinket box would be a delightful addition to any collection of vintage Asian decor, vanity items, or small collectible boxes. Its unique shape and beautiful craftsmanship make it a truly special piece.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52604832776539,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_4340b266-37f4-4534-afd7-d31d6894d67b.png?v=1773690557","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/odd-shaped-chinese-little-trinket-box-with-mirrored-lid-porcelain-top","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}