Vintage Silver Plated Trinket Box / Vanity Box with Feet
Hollowware - Vanity Set / Trinket Box · Unidentified Maker / Manufacturer, likely mid-20th century decorative silver-plated ware producer
Pattern: Textured / Hammered / Frosted Finish Decorative Box Pattern
Type
Hollowware - Vanity Set / Trinket Box
Maker
Unidentified Maker / Manufacturer, likely mid-20th century decorative silver-plated ware producer
Material
Silver Plated Base Metal (likely brass, copper, or white metal alloy beneath)
Dimensions
Two rectangular pieces shown: larger box base and smaller lid or smaller container; dimensions estimated at approximately 4 to 6 inches across for the larger piece
Description
A pair of matching or related vintage silver-plated trinket/vanity boxes featuring a distinct heavily textured, frosted, or pebbled surface and elevated on four small, ornate cast feet. The interiors and undersides show typical age-related patina, tarnish, and wear.
Key Features
Distinctive heavily textured pebbled surface, elevated bracket/scroll feet, rectangular vanity box configuration
Material & Composition
Silver Plated Base Metal (likely brass, copper, or white metal alloy beneath)
Finish & Decoration
Textured and heavily patinated/oxidized surface finish with cast scrolled feet, mid-century decorative style
Hallmarks & Stamps
Faint maker marks and possible "Japan" or silver-plate indicator stamps visible near the base/foot area on the smaller piece
Construction Details
Cast feet soldered to a formed or stamped metal body, assembled with hand or mechanical finishing
Functional Features
Hinged or lidded rectangular container intended for storing small vanity items, trinkets, or jewelry
Handle & Grip Details
Four raised cast scroll-style feet supporting each piece; no traditional handles, relying on overall box form
Craftsmanship Details
Mass-produced decorative metalware with hand-finished assembly, featuring cast components joined to sheet metal bodies
Authentication Indicators
Consistent mid-century export production techniques, heavy patination, casting seams, and faint base stamping
Origin & Manufacturing
Likely manufactured in Japan or a similar export-heavy decorative metalworking center during the mid-20th century
Era & Period
Mid-Century Modern to Vintage Era (c. 1950s-1970s)
Age Estimate
Circa 1950s-1970s based on the casting style, texturing techniques, and typical export marking patterns
Cultural Significance
Reflects the post-WWII boom in decorative vanity items and accessible silver-plated accessories for domestic dressing tables
Condition Notes
Fair to Good vintage condition with heavy natural tarnish, dark sulfide deposits, surface scuffs, and polishing wear revealing base metal in high-friction areas
Value Estimate
Estimated market value between 20 to 50 USD depending on exact maker, completeness of the set, and buyer demand
Care & Maintenance
Clean gently with a soft cloth and mild soap or specialized silver polish, taking care not to strip away the intended textured antique oxidation
Similar Pieces
Vintage trinket boxes by makers such as Levant, Raimond, or various mid-century Japanese export silver-plate manufacturers
Interesting Facts
Textured metallic finishes became extremely popular in home decor and vanity accessories during the mid-century period as a departure from high-mirror polishes