19th Century Handpainted Card or Correspondence Box shaving mirror There is one little piece

There is one little piece missing from the s few pieces but it still operates well

They do have a rustic patina and wax on some of the brass which adds to the charm

5cm tall x 22

The green is a gorgeous hue and it has wonderful decorative detail

The back of a woman

19th Century Handpainted Card or Correspondence Box shaving mirror There is one little pieceA charming Victorian handpainted wooden box, richly decorated with floral motifs and musical instruments and in exquisite condition. This Renaissance Revival influence was a style much admired during the Victorian period for its associations with culture, learning, and artistic refinement. The lute is a symbol of harmony, love, and cultivated taste. Boxes of this nature were often used as card or correspondence boxes, intended to hold visiting cards