Capodimonte Porcelain Jewelry Box, 19th Century, Depicting Vulcan's Forge

This elegant jewelry box features a relief design on its lid depicting “Vulcan’s Forge”, a famous scene from Roman mythology featuring the god Vulcan, god of fire and the forge.

The intricately crafted design lends this box a character that is both decorative and mythological. The relief composition is highlighted by the richness of detail and the craftsmanship of the porcelain, typical of decorative pieces from this period.

The box is adorned with a brass mount, whose patina and oxidation attest to its age. It retains its original clasp, though it could use some repair.

This piece can be used as a jewelry box or as a decorative object and will naturally find its place in a collection dedicated to antique porcelain, curiosities, or 19th-century decorative art.

Period: second half of the 19th century, after 1860
Condition: very good overall condition. Oxidation of the brass. Clasp needs attention.

Dimensions:
Length: 20.5 cm
Width: 15.5 cm
Height: 10 cm