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Overview A curated two-piece vintage decorative ensemble featuring a tall openwork brass box inlaid with mother-of-pearl shell rings, paired with a classic cloisonné enamel floral trinket vessel. The brass vessel features a domed chased lid with an ornate finial, framed by iridescent shell borders, while the round cloisonné dish displays vibrant pink peony blossoms and green foliage over a cream-hued enamel ground with a turquoise interior. Perfect for Global Boho, Chinoiserie, Eclectic Vanity, or Wabi-Sabi decor settings as ring keepers, pill boxes, or tabletop display accents.
Cultural & Artistic Background This pair represents two celebrated Asian metalworking traditions. The openwork brass vessel with mother-of-pearl inlay originates from Indian export metalwork traditions, featuring delicate filigree cutouts and stamped brass lids. The companion vessel showcases traditional cloisonné enamel artistry, where fine copper wire cells (cloisons) are applied to a metal core, filled with colored vitreous glass enamels, fired, and polished to create detailed botanical motifs.
Condition & Surface Character • Excellent vintage structural condition across both pieces with firm bases and properly fitting lids. • Mother-of-pearl tiles are completely intact with strong rainbow iridescence. • Cloisonné enameling displays full color saturation with smooth surfaces and no major chips or cracks. • Interiors feature a bright polished brass finish on the taller vessel and a vibrant turquoise enamel coating inside the cloisonné dish. • Stamped "MADE IN INDIA" on the base of the brass and shell box.
