Petite Green Stone Jewelry Casket with Gilt Claw Feet boy S-ID: S98WHT11001

S-ID: S98WHT11001

widely used in offices and government institutions during the early 20th century

34" W x 35" D x 37" H

Vintage tin animal feed advertisement

or parlor setting

Petite Green Stone Jewelry Casket with Gilt Claw Feet boy S-ID: S98WHT11001Small scale stone casket formed from polished green calcite type panels with soft, cloudy veining in pale sage and cream tones. The rectangular body is framed with a gilt metal band at the lid seam and base, and raised on four cast claw feet that lend it a subtle neoclassical presence. Hinged lid opens to a smooth stone lined interior, with matching stone inset on the underside of the lid. The proportions and materials suggest use as a trinket or