Lidded Double Cherry Ceramic Decorative Box
Decorative art, ceramic vessel with lid • Mass-produced decorative homeware, possibly after the style of Pop Art ceramics or 1990s retro revival kitsch
Style & Movement
Pop Art / Kitsch; functional decorative sculpture
Medium & Technique
Glazed ceramic or earthenware; slip-cast construction with a high-gloss monochromatic glaze application
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (Contemporary)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 15-20 cm in height; three-dimensional sculptural format
Subject Description
Descriptive representation of a pair of joined cherries on a single stem. The piece is split horizontally to form a container base and a removable lid, where the green stem serves as a handle. It employs a bold, saturated color palette (cherry red and leaf green) characteristic of kitsch or mid-century revival aesthetics.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the glaze appears intact with typical reflectivity and no major chips visible on the exterior surfaces.
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $45 USD
Auction Estimate
$20 - $40 USD
Provenance History
Likely acquired through a contemporary mass-market retailer or vintage department store; no visible manufacturer markings or studio stamps are present in the photograph.
Art Historical Significance
Limited; it represents the commercialization of the Pop Art movement's interest in oversized every-day objects (reminiscent of Claes Oldenburg) for the domestic consumer market.
Notable Features
The stem acts as both a visual anchor and a functional handle; the high-gloss finish mimics the natural shine of ripe fruit.
Condition Issues
Potential minor abrasions on the seating rim where the lid meets the base; light scuffing on the bottom surface from contact with the countertop.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only to avoid glaze crazing; avoid high-heat environments which may cause the ceramic body to expand and the glaze to crack.