Antique Brass Cherub Jewelry Casket Footed Trinket Box Art Nouveau Figural Putti

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Antique cast brass jewelry casket featuring a high-relief reclining cherub (putto) surrounded by flowing Art Nouveau florals. The lid is … Read more Antique cast brass jewelry casket featuring a high-relief reclining cherub (putto) surrounded by flowing Art Nouveau florals. The lid is richly sculpted, with a dimensional figural scene that continues into an ornate body with additional cherub faces and scrolling botanical motifs. Raised on four cabriole-style feet.

Marked JB 289 to underside, consistent with Jennings Bros.–style production (Bridgeport, Connecticut), known for decorative cast metal dresser wares in the late 19th to early 20th century.

- cast brass
- Marked JB 289
- circa early 1900s (Art Nouveau / late Victorian)
- 146.7 grams
- approx. 3" wide
- Footed base with hinged lid

Good antique condition with age-appropriate surface wear and patina to high points. Interior shows oxidation/tarnish from use.
Hinge is functional with minor play; hinge pin has shown movement with handling but remains seated and does not affect use. See less