Victorian Paper Covered Box with Theorem Painted Pears on Branch tin litho noisemaker with a slightly different disposition

with a slightly different disposition on each side

as well as a white stain around part of the rim of the base

It measures 19 1/2" across when open

with wear to the surface of the cardboard sleeve as pictured

The flapping position of the flippers

Victorian Paper Covered Box with Theorem Painted Pears on Branch tin litho noisemaker with a slightly different dispositionA theorem painting of pears on velvet with embossed silver paper trim, green papered sides and a pretty pretty pink lining of course I had to say yes to this one. I've found just a few out there along similar lines, which help me date it to 1880 or so, though I'm not entirely certain what it once held. A lovely thing now for delivering a special gift, or just a special gift in itself. 4 7 8" x 2 11 16" x 1 1 8" and in very good antique condition.