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Pair of Miniature Greek “Venus” Hand-Painted Porcelain & Brass Perfume / Trinket Jars – Collectable Pair

Decorative pair of miniature porcelain "Venus" perfume/trinket jars with hand-painted classical scenes and gilt detail. Small, used, with crazing, worn gilt and interior residue; one lid has a glued felt pad and the other a plastic liner.

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Product description

Rare collectable pair of miniature porcelain perfume/trinket jars, described by the uploader as Greek “Venus” hand-made pieces with gilt detailing and small brass/metal top on one lid. Both pieces are richly hand-decorated with classical figures in coloured enamels and gold trim; lids are removable and the smaller item includes a brass-topped finial. Decoration and gilt are the strongest visible features.

These compact jars suit display on a dressing table, curio shelf, bathroom or vintage-themed vignette and will appeal to collectors of classical motifs, prop stylists or anyone seeking a small decorative accent. They are purely decorative as presented — ideal for display, small keepsakes or museum-style staging where period decoration is wanted rather than a confirmed maker or full restoration.

  • Included: Two miniature porcelain jars with matching lids (pair as shown).
  • Condition: Used. Visible wear to gilt, surface crazing/hairlines, and small rim nicks. No maker’s marks visible in supplied photos.
  • Interior / lids: One lid shows a glued felt pad/liner on the underside and the other lid has a plastic insert/liner; interior adhesive/residue visible in both openings.
  • Measurements: Miniature size — exact measurements not provided; a standard lighter is shown in photos for scale.
  • Working status: N/A (decorative items).
  • Known faults: Gilding loss/wear, surface crazing, interior residue/adhesive, glued felt pad under one lid, minor rim nicks; origin and age not independently verified.