| 428. A Miniature Jewel Casque, England, 20th Century
Manufactured for Bloomingdale's, the hinged lid rectangular form covered in a mahogany veneer, surmounted by a brass escutcheon and handle, opening to reveal a green tufted interior and top drawer fitted for a pocket watch and rings, the front beveled glass door descending to reveal two drawers, with brass escutcheons, the bottom affixed with a paper label: "Bloomingdale's England No. 4306". 6-1/2" h., 8-1/5" w., 5-3/4" d.
300/500 SOLD: $178.25
Condition: crack to base, lacking key, veneer loss to over half of back and vase.
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