Vintage Lacquered Horn Accent Box

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This vintage lidded box is a small, cube-shaped jewel covered in lacquered horn veneer. Pieces of horn are fitted together … Read more This vintage lidded box is a small, cube-shaped jewel covered in lacquered horn veneer. Pieces of horn are fitted together in a patchwork of geometric panels, so the grain and color change from face to face. The top is the showpiece, with a bold triangular inlay of deep smoky charcoal-brown set against warmer plum and burgundy panels, so the pattern points toward the center. The sides carry larger, flowing sections of tortoiseshell-like horn in cinnamon, mahogany, and aubergine, with cloudy, translucent variation that gives the surface real depth. A pale, honey-toned band wraps the foot, edged with a fine brass-colored line that provides a quiet contrast. The lid sits flush over the body with a clean, tight seam and slightly overhanging edges. The lacquer is glossy and warm, with a fine network of crazing across the surface and a few small scratches that read as a soft, aged patina. The mix of natural material and graphic piecing makes the piece feel both organic and architectural, with the character of a collected luxury accessory.

Small and substantial in the hand, this box suits a desk, nightstand, console, bookshelf, or coffee table, where it can hold jewelry, cufflinks, cards, or keepsakes, or stand alone as a sculptural accent. It complements Organic Modern, Hollywood Regency, Mid-Century Modern, Eclectic, and Safari interiors. The box measures 3.25 inches wide, 3.25 inches deep, and 3.5 inches high. Condition is good: the lacquer shows age-related crazing and minor surface scratches, and the horn is intact with no significant losses. For care, dust with a soft dry cloth, avoid water and chemical cleaners, and keep it away from heat and direct sun, which can dry horn and lacquer. Inquire today to add this refined piece to your collection. See less