Vantine’s Japan Silver-Tone Art Nouveau Nymph Scene Trinket Jewelry Box

Imported by A.A. Vantine’s (an early-20th-century Fifth-Avenue shop known for Japanese curios and perfumes) this silver-tone metal jewelry casket drapes a pair of woodland nymphs in high-relief across the lid while waterfalls, irises and scroll borders wrap every side for full 360° interest. Inside, the original cream-satin lining still bears the Vantine’s script; outside, the base is simply stamped “MADE IN JAPAN,” dating the piece to Japan’s post-war souvenir boom (late 1940s-50s). The hinge operates smoothly, and decades of honest patina highlight the raised details—polishing is a matter of taste, so we’ve left it untouched. Perfect for rings, keepsakes or as a tiny statement accent on a vanity tray. Item Breakdown: - Brand: Vantine’s (A.A. Vantine & Co.) - Type: Trinket / jewelry casket - Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan - Era: Mid-century (c. 1940s-50s) - Material: Cast white metal, silver-tone plating - Motif: Art Nouveau nymph & waterfall relief - Interior: Cream satin lining with gold rose & logo - Closure: Single rear hinge, lid lifts fully - Approx. Size: ~4 in L × 3 in W × 1.75 in H (based on similar Vantine’s box dims) - Weight: 7 oz (≈ 200 g) - Condition: Vintage patina, lining shows light age spots; no structural damage