Floral Trinket Box with Pink Porcelain Rose
Decorative art, ceramic trinket box • Enesco (Giftware distributor), likely produced in Japan or Taiwan for the international market.
Style & Movement
Kitsch / Mid-Century Revival Decorative Art
Medium & Technique
Glazed porcelain or stoneware; slip-casting with hand-applied molded floral elements (petals and leaves) and hand-painted accents.
Creation Period
Late 20th Century (circa 1970–1990)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 3 x 3 x 3 inches; small-scale domestic object.
Subject Description
A small, lidded vessel featuring a fluted white body. The lid is adorned with a central pink rose, green leaves, and distinctive blue-glazed ribbon or scroll accents. It serves as a decorative storage container for jewelry or small keepsakes.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; showing signs of shelf wear and some discoloration/dust accumulation in crevices.
Estimated Market Value
$5 - $15 USD
Auction Estimate
$5 - $10 USD (Typically sold as part of a larger lot of decorative ceramics)
Provenance History
Mass-market giftware; likely purchased at a department store or gift boutique. No specific prestigious ownership history is indicated.
Art Historical Significance
Low; it represents the post-WWII boom in affordable, mass-produced decorative giftware for middle-class consumers, popularized by companies like Enesco and Lefton.
Notable Features
Distinctive blue 'curled' accents on the lid and a fluted 'basket-weave' texture on the base; retains some original plastic packaging indicating it may be 'New Old Stock' or secondhand retail inventory.
Condition Issues
Visible surface grime and potential minor chipping on the delicate petal edges (common for this material). The bottom edge shows some scuffing.
Conservation Recommendations
Clean gently with a soft brush and mild soap; avoid abrasive cleaners that could damage the glaze. Store in a climate-controlled environment to prevent temperature-related crazing.
Collector Notes
Enesco