Capodimonte Style Relief Jewelry Box

This rectangular jewelry or trinket box is a mid-20th-century decorative piece executed in the distinctive Capodimonte style. The box is constructed primarily from a dark, stained wood or possibly a heavy resin composite, featuring deep brown tones and architectural molding details, including twisted barley-twist columns at the corners and a gadrooned base. The most prominent feature is the series of highly detailed, polychrome relief panels set into the lid and sides. These panels are likely made of biscuit porcelain or cold-cast resin, depicting a lush Neoclassical or Rococo-inspired garden scene. The lid showcases a central female figure in a flowing reddish gown Relaxing among multiple cherubs (putti) and a male companion, all set against a backdrop of classical ruins and vibrant flora. The side panel depicts further cherubic figures engaged in playful activities. The color palette of the relief is rich, utilizing greens, blues, reds, and flesh tones against a golden-beige background. The box features a metal piano hinge at the rear, appearing in a silver-toned finish. Condition-wise, there are visible surface scuffs and minor nicks to the dark wood finish on the front edge of the lid and base, typical of age and use. The relief panels appear intact without significant chipping, though there is a natural buildup of dust in the deep recesses which adds to the antique appearance. This item represents the popular revivals of Italian 18th-century porcelain styles produced throughout the 1900s.

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