Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Porcelain Trinket / Jewelry Box, White & Gilt Laurel Motifs – A Mottahedeh Design

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Designed by Mottahedeh, an American luxury decorative arts firm, and executed in Italy, this refined porcelain box reflects the brand's … Read more Designed by Mottahedeh, an American luxury decorative arts firm, and executed in Italy, this refined porcelain box reflects the brand's renowned commitment to historically inspired Neoclassical / Louis XVI-inspired decorative objects. The box features a crisp, true white glazed ground (most accurately shown in the photo of the inside of the box and lid) accented with richly applied gilt decoration, including classical laurel wreath and swag motifs, continuous foliate borders, and an applied, sculptural gilt handle atop the lid.

Crafted in Italy circa 1960s - 1980s by skilled porcelain workshops, this piece exemplifies the high level of quality and finish associated with Mottahedeh designs, which were frequently commissioned from European makers for the luxury and museum-inspired decorative arts market. The form is substantial yet elegant, making it suitable for use as a jewelry box, dresser box, or decorative accent in a variety of interiors.

Marked: Italy and A Mottahedeh Design to the underside. Dimensions: 6” W × 4” D × 4” H. See less