A charming vintage English bone china trinket box featuring beautifully detailed fox hunting scenes depicting huntsmen in traditional scarlet coats, horses, and hounds moving through the English countryside. The rounded form is decorated with colorful sporting imagery across both the domed lid and body, complemented by warm gilt-tone metal fittings and a hinged closure.
Made in Staffordshire, England, exclusively for Avondale, this lovely piece is a wonderful addition to any equestrian-inspired collection. Equally suited for displaying treasured keepsakes or simply adding a touch of English sporting tradition to a well-appointed interior.
DETAILS
Maker: Avondale
Origin: Staffordshire, England
Material: Fine bone china with gilt-tone metal fittings, measuring 2.5" L x 1.75"D
Age: Vintage, likely late 20th century
Design: Traditional English fox hunting scenes
Marked: “Made Exclusively for Avondale Fine Bone China Staffordshire England”
CONDITION
Beautiful vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear to the gilt-tone metal fittings. The colorful hunting scenes remain beautifully preserved, and the interior is clean.
STYLING SUGGESTION
Display atop a stack of antique sporting books in a library, tack room, or gentleman's study, alongside a small silver trophy and framed equestrian artwork. Equally lovely on a dressing table or English oak writing desk for holding small keepsakes and jewelry.
