TAIWANESE COBALT PORCELAIN HEART-FORM BOX Era: Mid-20th Century Origin: Taiwan Style: Asian Decorative Arts
OVERVIEW: A charming heart-shaped porcelain trinket box featuring a traditional Asian nature scene in gilt decoration against a rich cobalt blue ground, exemplifying the fine decorative items produced in Taiwan for the Western market.
DESIGN ELEMENTS: • Exterior Design: - Gold gilt bird and floral motif - Naturalistic composition - Traditional Asian aesthetics - Delicate hand-painted details - Rich cobalt blue ground
• Form: - Heart-shaped design - Fitted lid - Smooth contoured edges - Interior compartment - Stable flat base
• Technical Features: - Glazed porcelain construction - Hand-applied gilt decoration - White glazed interior - High-gloss finish - Precision molding
CONDITION: Excellent Vintage Condition • No damage or chips • Original gilt work intact • Clear decoration • No discoloration • Clean interior
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: During the mid-20th century, Taiwan produced fine decorative items that combined traditional Asian motifs with Western forms, particularly for export to American and European markets. This piece represents that cultural fusion, incorporating classical Asian decorative elements with romantic Western shape preferences.
DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS: • Vanity top display • Ring or jewelry storage • Bridal gift • Boudoir accent • Romantic decor piece • Dresser-top accessory
COLLECTING NOTE: These decorative boxes were popular during the mid-century period and often given as wedding or romantic gifts, combining practical storage with aesthetic appeal.
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Taiwanese Cobalt Porcelain Heart-Form Box
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Taiwanese Cobalt Porcelain Heart-Form Box
TAIWANESE COBALT PORCELAIN HEART-FORM BOX Era: Mid-20th Century Origin: Taiwan Style: Asian Decorative Arts
OVERVIEW: A charming heart-shaped porcelain trinket box featuring a traditional Asian nature scene in gilt decoration against a rich cobalt blue ground, exemplifying the fine decorative items produced in Taiwan for the Western market.
DESIGN ELEMENTS: • Exterior Design: - Gold gilt bird and floral motif - Naturalistic composition - Traditional Asian aesthetics - Delicate hand-painted details - Rich cobalt blue ground
• Form: - Heart-shaped design - Fitted lid - Smooth contoured edges - Interior compartment - Stable flat base
• Technical Features: - Glazed porcelain construction - Hand-applied gilt decoration - White glazed interior - High-gloss finish - Precision molding
CONDITION: Excellent Vintage Condition • No damage or chips • Original gilt work intact • Clear decoration • No discoloration • Clean interior
HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE: During the mid-20th century, Taiwan produced fine decorative items that combined traditional Asian motifs with Western forms, particularly for export to American and European markets. This piece represents that cultural fusion, incorporating classical Asian decorative elements with romantic Western shape preferences.
DECORATIVE SUGGESTIONS: • Vanity top display • Ring or jewelry storage • Bridal gift • Boudoir accent • Romantic decor piece • Dresser-top accessory
COLLECTING NOTE: These decorative boxes were popular during the mid-century period and often given as wedding or romantic gifts, combining practical storage with aesthetic appeal.
