Set Reminder2026-09-04 03:00:002026-09-10 09:00:00America/New_YorkBidsquareBidsquare : Fine Arts, Antiques and Jewelry Online Auction https://www.bidsquare.com/auctions/aspire-auctions/fine-arts-antiques-and-jewelry-online-auction-24791 September 2026 Fine Arts, Antiques and Jewelry Online AuctionAspire Auctions katya@aspireauctions.com
A collection of twelve hinged enamel-on-copper and porcelain trinket boxes by noted English and French makers, including Halcyon Days Enamels (England), Staffordshire Enamels, one designed by Tiffany & Co., an example from the Gilbert Collection, and several hand-painted Limoges (France, peint main) figural boxes. The figural examples comprise a Scottish Terrier, a costumed White Rabbit with trumpet, a basket of tulips, a seated fairy, a Bulldog on a cushion and a spaniel; the remainder are oval and circular lidded boxes with floral, foliate and commemorative decoration, several with printed interior inscriptions (Gilbert Collection, "Years of the Dog," and others). Gilt-metal mounts throughout. Various sizes, the largest approx. 2-1/2" wide. A number retain their original presentation boxes.
Condition
Very good. Bright enamel and porcelain surfaces with clean gilt-metal mounts; hinges present and functional. No chips or losses noted. Several retain original boxes and retail labels.