Antique Asian champlevé enamel on brass hinged box, traditionally used as a stamp box and also suitable as a decorative trinket or keepsake box.

Features hand-enameled scenic panels with pagoda architecture and figural motifs, framed in brass with a hinged lid. The interior is plain brass, consistent with period desk accessories designed for paper items such as stamps.

Likely late 19th to early 20th century Chinese export work. These boxes were commonly sold for use on writing desks and are now collected for their craftsmanship and decorative appeal.

Condition:

Visible enamel wear and loss, surface patina, and age-related wear throughout. Hinge functions properly. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description.

Approximate Use:

• Stamp box

• Desk accessory

• Trinket or keepsake box

Material: Brass with champlevé enamel

Origin: Asian, likely Chinese export

Era: Late 1800s–early 1900s (approximate)

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