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Vintage Sterling Silver Miniature Grand Piano Trinket Box with Cherub Relief - 1956
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Vintage Sterling Silver Miniature Grand Piano Trinket Box with Cherub Relief - 1956

1940 - 1960
Description

A finely modelled vintage miniature grand piano box made in sterling silver, raised on four feet. The exterior is richly decorated with high-relief scrollwork and floral panels, giving a strong rococo revival character. This box has two lidded compartments, each representing different ends of the piano. Hallmarked for Birmingham, 1956.

* A distinctive desk or vanity piece that reads immediately as a conversation object!

Measurements:

Height: 1 1/4" (approx. 3cm)

Width: 1 1/4" (approx. 3cm)

Depth: 2 1/4" (approx. 5.5cm)

Silver weight: 25g

In good condition – The silver shows only light surface wear consistent with age and gentle use.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Declaration

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Piano Box to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241188
Dealers Internal Reference
KD53425
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Dear customers,

Just a quick note to let you know that I’ll be on vacation from Wednesday, 7th October 2026 through to Wednesday, 14th October 2026, so the shop will be closed during this time.

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Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

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Jozef

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Description
A finely modelled vintage miniature grand piano box made in sterling silver, raised on four feet.
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The exterior is richly decorated with high-relief scrollwork and floral panels, giving a strong rococo revival character.
Kingsdown Antiques

This box has two lidded compartments, each representing different ends of the piano. Hallmarked for Birmingham, 1956.

fig 1. A miniature sterling silver trinket box shaped like a grand piano with embossed cherub motifs and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Vintage Sterling Silver Miniature Grand Piano Trinket Box with Cherub Relief - 1956

A distinctive desk or vanity piece that reads immediately as a conversation object!

Measurements:

Height: 1 1/4" (approx. 3cm)

Width: 1 1/4" (approx. 3cm)

Depth: 2 1/4" (approx. 5.5cm)

Silver weight: 25g

In good condition – The silver shows only light surface wear consistent with age and gentle use.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
5.5cm (2.17")
Date of Manufacture

Kingsdown Antiques has dated this Sterling Silver Piano Box to the 1950s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241188
Dealers Internal Ref
KD53425
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A miniature sterling silver trinket box shaped like a grand piano with embossed cherub motifs and cabriole legs.
Vintage Sterling Silver Miniature Grand Piano Trinket Box With Cherub Relief - 1956
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A miniature sterling silver trinket box shaped like a grand piano with embossed cherub motifs and cabriole legs.
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  • ObjectTrinket Boxes
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleRococo Revival
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsCherub relief, Rococo scrollwork, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 5.5 cm (2 in)

This vintage sterling silver trinket box, dating from 1956, takes the form of a miniature grand piano in the Rococo Revival style. The piece has a polished silver colour, a reflective metallic finish, and stands on four curved cabriole legs with pad feet. The exterior displays deep floral panels, embossed cherub relief figures, and elaborate scrollwork covering the lid and sides. It has two hinged lidded compartments and is hallmarked for Birmingham. Measuring 3 cm high, 3 cm wide, and 5.5 cm deep, this item works well as a desk or vanity accessory for storing small items like rings or cufflinks, or as a display piece on a sideboard top.

FAQs

Silver miniature trinket boxes are small decorative containers crafted from silver, designed to hold small items such as rings or pills while displaying sculptural craftsmanship.

These pieces are typically cast or formed from sterling silver and decorated using repousse and chasing techniques to create raised reliefs and surface patterns.

Authentic British silver items feature a series of official hallmarks stamped into the metal, including a purity mark, assay office mark, makers mark, and date letter.

Place small silver objects on a vanity tray, inside a glass display cabinet, or alongside stacked books on a shelf to add metallic detail.

Gently polish with a soft cotton cloth and dedicated silver polish, avoiding harsh abrasive chemicals and full submersion in water to protect delicate hinges.
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