Antique Casket and Silver from Palermo
Rare pairing of mid-19th-century Birmingham papier-mâché casket and Palermo silver with Sicilian baroque presence. The casket features black lacquer, abalone inlay, hand-painted flowers, and an original quilted satin interior.
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Description
This elegant pairing combines English aristocratic taste with Sicilian decorative richness, creating a distinctive collector’s ensemble. The black papier-mâché casket has the refined proportions of a mid-19th-century English cabinet piece, lifted on delicate feet and decorated with abalone shell inlay and hand-painted floral motifs.
Inside, the original quilted satin lining remains beautifully preserved, adding to the authenticity and charm of the object. Its compact but substantial format makes it ideal for a dressing table, writing desk, or display cabinet, where the contrast between dark lacquer, iridescent shell, and painted ornament can be fully appreciated.
Presented together with Palermo silver, the grouping gains a layered historic character that bridges English craftsmanship and Italian decorative tradition. The result is a visually rich, highly collectible ensemble with strong decorative appeal and clear period atmosphere.
Casket Details
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Origin: Birmingham
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Date: Circa 1850
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Material: Black papier-mâché, abalone inlay, hand-painted decoration
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Interior: Original quilted satin
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Size: 29 x 21 x 11.4 cm
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Style: Mid-19th-century cabinet box
Visual Character
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Raised on elegant feet.
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Floral painted panels.
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Decorative shell inlay.
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Suitable for classic, eclectic, or collector interiors.
| size | chest(in.) | waist(in.) | hips(in.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 34-36 | 27-29 | 34.5-36.5 |
| S | 36-38 | 29-31 | 36.5-38.5 |
| M | 38-40 | 31-33 | 38.5-40.5 |
| L | 40-42 | 33-36 | 40.5-43.5 |
| XL | 42-45 | 36-40 | 43.5-47.5 |
| XXL | 45-48 | 40-44 | 47.5-51.5 |
