Tunbridge Ware Lidded Trinket Box c1840

Description

Heading : Tunbridge Ware Trinket Box
Date : c1840
Period : Victoria
Origin : Probably Edmung Nye. Tunbridge Wells. Kent
Decoration : Simple mosaic butterfly or moth decoration on top panel
Size :  11.6cm x 6.7cm x 4.4cm
Condition : Excellent. lining shows some signs of age
Restoration : None
Weight :  102g

A simple mosaic butterfly adorns the lid to this box. with concentric. geometric bands around the outside. The lid fits securely and the original padded aqua-coloured silk lining is intact. although does show signs of age.