Material: The top cover is made of celluloid, a type of early plastic often used for decorative items in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Imagery: The central image depicts a Native American individual, often identified in similar antique listings as a "Chief". The background features Art Nouveau style floral or leaf motifs.
Origin: These types of items were commonly produced in the United States during the Victorian period (mid-to-late 1800s to early 1900s).