Trinkets: Crystal Bird Box Miniature Lidded Trinket Dish

Trinkets: Crystal Bird Box Miniature Lidded Trinket Dish

R 395.00
R 395.00
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Trinkets: Crystal Bird Box Miniature Lidded Trinket Dish
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Trinkets: Crystal Bird Box Miniature Lidded Trinket Dish

Trinkets: Crystal Bird Box Miniature Lidded Trinket Dish

Vintage Crystal Bird Box Miniature Lidded Trinket Dish, West Germany.

A heavy, small-scale lidded vessel sculpted with architectural facet lines that contrast beautifully with the organic curves of the bird finial. The hand-detailed lampwork on the avian topper introduces a pop of colour to the otherwise icy, clear lead crystal.

This distinctive style originates from the historic glassmaking hubs of Bavaria, Germany, popularised mid-century by houses like Hofbauer Bleikristall for their specialised "Byrdes" series. Collectors highly seek variants with colour-tipped finials as they break up the monochrome nature of traditional clear crystal collections.

Original Intended Use: Vanity ring holder, small dresser jewel pot.
Alternate Suggested Use: Sculptural desktop paperweight or bedside earring keeper.
More Details

The hand-detailed lampwork on the avian topper introduces a pop of colour to the otherwise icy, clear lead crystal.

The rim interfaces clean and direct, allowing the cut patterns of the upper and lower halves to visually merge when closed. Under direct sunlight, the sharp facets cast complex, brilliant geometric prism patterns across surrounding surfaces. 
Did you Know?

In traditional German glass culture, lead crystal containing at least 24% lead oxide was the standard for luxury goods because the material remains soft enough to execute deep, crisp hand-cutting and high-clarity polishing. 
Origin & Era

Made in West Germany, circa 1970s.
Dimensions

Approximate Dimensions: Height 7.5 cm, Length 6.2 cm, Width 6.2 cm, Volume Small, Weight Heavy for its Size.
Vintage Condition

Excellent vintage condition.

Minor age-related wear. Glass is free of cracks, chips, fleabites, or bruising along the delicate faceted edges. The hand-coloured beak and eye details remain perfectly intact without paint loss. Very minimal shelf contact wear on the base perimeter, confirming it was highly cared for over the decades.
Price
R 395.00
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