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Vintage mid century petit point floral pill box featuring a brass case with inset needlepoint embroidery lid. Traditional Viennese styling …
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Vintage mid century petit point floral pill box featuring a brass case with inset needlepoint embroidery lid. Traditional Viennese styling inspired by European folk art and decorative textile traditions, with a hand stitched floral bouquet set against a slate blue ground.
Constructed from brass with a square form and integrated thumb latch closure. The lid is inset with a finely worked petit point panel depicting pink and red cabbage roses with green foliage, framed by a recessed brass bezel. Warm brass patina throughout adds contrast to the colorful embroidery.
Originally designed as a pill box, stamp box, or small vanity case for carrying personal items within a handbag or pocketbook. Today it functions as a vanity accessory, tabletop decorative object, or small storage container for rings and keepsakes. It can also be repurposed to hold a favorite lip balm, solid perfume, mints, jewelry, or other small daily essentials.
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- Dimensions
- 1.5ʺW × 0.25ʺD × 1.5ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Austria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Textile
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Shows surface wear consistent with age and use. Good condition. The interior has been cleaned, though a faint fragrance remains … moreShows surface wear consistent with age and use. Good condition. The interior has been cleaned, though a faint fragrance remains from its original perfume contents. Purchasing multiple items? Please reach out before placing your order to inquire about bundled shipping options through House of No Era less
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