Exquisite Antique French Hand-Painted Tole Box – Rare Small Size, Double Rose Bouquet, Perfect French Country Accent

A rare and charming small antique French tole box, this piece delights with its unusual shape and highly decorative hand-painted surfaces. The front and back feature a stunning double rose bouquet, while the top is accented with two tiny blossoms — a celebration of the French artisan’s attention to detail. Originally used to store pen nibs during the era of fountain pens and ink wells, this little box is perfectly imperfect, with a graceful, timeworn patina that reflects its history and authenticity. Its colors — golden yellow, crimson red, soft blues, green foliage, and creamy whites — evoke a classic French garden in miniature, a true decorative treasure for your home.

The original hinge at the back has broken in the last century, but the lid still closes fully, preserving its charm and function as a small display object. This is a piece for collectors who cherish the elegance of age and the romance of patina. Condition: Vintage with expected wear and patina. Original hinge broken, lid closes fully.

Perfect for display rather than functional storage. Please only buy this if you love the grace and patina of time.  in the last century. It does close all the way. Please only buy this if you love the grace and patina of time.

• Measures 5" x 2-5/8" x 3-1/2"h.