19th C. Tin Book Shaped Box in Original Paint relief carved panel perfectly imperfect things

perfectly imperfect things

following the others done likely by an older sibling

how even did they get the signature in there

though would be great to see them stay together

which I am listing separately as I think they would make for great little presents or stocking stuffers for children and adults alike--much nicer when enjoyed outside of the pressures of a test

19th C. Tin Book Shaped Box in Original Paint relief carved panel perfectly imperfect thingsSmall, and rare, this tole (painted tin) book shaped box is still holding onto some of its original red paint on the covers and spine and yellow orange on the pages. Whether made as a snuff box or a match holder I am not completely sure, but definitely 19th c. and if you, like me, love all things book shaped, and also boxes of all kinds, a sweet little addition to a collection. 3 1 8 t x 2 1 8 x 1 3 16. Aged, as evident, with just a little separation