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Delightful Art Nouveau Silver Trinket Box by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1902
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Delightful Art Nouveau Silver Trinket Box by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1902

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 December 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This unusual and very pretty solid silver trinket box was made by the renowned Henry Matthews and is dated Birmingham 1902. Of rounded rectangular form, the cover decorated with anthemions surrounding vacant oval reserve.. The partially hallmarked hinged cover opening to reveal the original pale gilt interior. The sides and solid silver base plain.

Hallmarks:

HM for Henry Matthews.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "c" for 1902.

Condition:

Very good.

Dimensions:

Length: 9.5cm / 3.6 inches.

Width: 4cm / 1.5 inches.

Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Weight: 63.7 g / 2.2 oz.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail tracked 24

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Trinket Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1147556
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIN89
Description
This unusual and very pretty solid silver trinket box was made by the renowned Henry Matthews and is dated Birmingham 1902. Of rounded rectangular form, the cover decorated with anthemions surrounding vacant oval reserve.. The partially hallmarked hinged cover opening to reveal the original pale gilt interior. The sides and solid silver base plain.
fig 1. An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid.
fig 1. Delightful Art Nouveau Silver Trinket Box by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1902

Hallmarks:

HM for Henry Matthews.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "c" for 1902.

Condition:

Very good.

Dimensions:

Length: 9.5cm / 3.6 inches.

Width: 4cm / 1.5 inches.

Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Weight: 63.7 g / 2.2 oz.

fig 2. An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid.
fig 2. Delightful Art Nouveau Silver Trinket Box by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1902

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail tracked 24

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Trinket Box to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1147556
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIN89
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Delightful Art Nouveau Silver Trinket Box by Henry Matthews, Birmingham 1902

Archive II An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid. View II
Archive III An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid. View III
Archive IV An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid. View IV
Archive V An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid. View V
Archive VI An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid. View VI
Archive VII An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid. View VII
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An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid.
DELIGHTFUL ART NOUVEAU SILVER TRINKET BOX BY HENRY MATTHEWS, BIRMINGHAM 1902
Ref: SA1147556
An overhead view of an rectangular antique sterling silver trinket box featuring embossed floral motifs and a central blank cartouche on the hinged lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrinket Boxes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRepousse flowers, Whiplash curves, Central cartouche, Embossed foliage
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 9.5 cm (4 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Art Nouveau emerged in the late 19th century, characterised by flowing, organic lines, asymmetrical floral motifs, and a rejection of rigid historical revivals in favour of natural forms.

These pieces were typically crafted from sterling silver using techniques such as stamping, repousse, chasing, and hand-engraving, often featuring a fitted interior lining of velvet or silk.

Authentic pieces bear clear British hallmarks stamped into the metal, usually comprising a makers mark, a lion passant indicating sterling standard, a city mark for the assay office, and a date letter.

Placed on a dressing table, side table, or mantelpiece, these reflective metal objects add a touch of historic craftsmanship and textural contrast to contemporary minimalist or eclectic schemes.

Silver should be cleaned infrequently using a specialist non-abrasive polish to remove tarnish while preserving the original details, and stored in a low-humidity environment away from direct sunlight.
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