Vintage Black Lacquer Jewelry Box - Mother of Pearl Painted Peacock Vanity Chest
Vintage Black Lacquer Jewelry Box - Mother of Pearl Painted Peacock Vanity Chest
Overview
An elegant vintage black lacquer jewelry box featuring shimmering mother of pearl inlay, a hand-decorated bird motif, and a beautifully mirrored interior. The lift-out tray provides organized storage for rings and small treasures, while the rich burnt-orange velvet lining adds a striking contrast to the glossy black lacquer finish. Resting on small bracket feet with an antique-style escutcheon, this jewelry box makes a lovely vanity or dresser accent.
Condition
Fair to good vintage condition with visible wear consistent with age and use. The lacquer finish shows scuffs, scratches, paint loss, edge wear, and chips, particularly along the corners and lid. The mother of pearl border remains attractive, and the mirror has a small crack on the left side. The velvet interior is clean with light age-related wear. The lock hardware is present, but no key is included. Please review all photos for complete condition details.
Measurements
Length: 9.5"
Width: 6.75"
Height: 5"
Material
Wood
Black lacquer
Mother of pearl inlay
Velvet
Glass mirror
Origin
Likely Japan, mid-20th century
Styling Notes
A beautiful piece for displaying on a vanity, dresser, or bookshelf. Perfect for storing jewelry, watches, letters, or keepsakes while adding a touch of Hollywood Regency, Chinoiserie, or vintage Asian-inspired charm.
Additional Notes
Features a hinged lid with interior mirror, removable divided jewelry tray, velvet-lined compartments, decorative bird motif, mother of pearl inlaid border, and original lock escutcheon (key not included).
A unique find and purr-fectly peculiar.
Condition
Condition
- Good
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