Mabel

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Warm and sunlit, this vintage Italian micro mosaic pill box radiates the golden hues of an Italian summer. A bouquet of orange, coral, and lilac blossoms rests at its center, surro unded by a ring of honey-yellow tesserae that glow softly in the light. Each tiny glass fragment is hand cut and carefully placed, revealing the deliberate artistry that makes every piece unique. Framed in a silver-toned rope border, the oval shape gives this design a sense of intimacy and balance. Once treasured by travelers on the Grand Tour of the early 1900s, micro mosaic boxes like this were collected as tokens of beauty and memory. Today, it can be woven into daily life - a pill box that adds elegance to routine, a heartfelt gift, or a small conversation piece to grace your home. Materials: Hand-cut glass tesserae set in gilt metal pill box. Era: Mid-20th century (c. 1940s-50s), Italian Grand Tour revival. Condition: Vintage, with age-appropriate wear that speaks to its history. Unique: You will receive the exact box pictured, a one-of-a-kind creation. Size: Approximately 3cm x 2cm x 1.5cm (extra small) A warm and joyful reflection of Italian craftsmanship, capturing the charm of sunshine in miniature. Show more