Aurora

Lush and radiant, this vintage Italian micro mosaic pill box overflows with color and detail. A vibrant bouquet of scarlet poppies, golden daisies, and sky-blue blossoms blooms across its center, each petal cut and set by hand. The lively arrangement is framed by the palest of pale pinks, its pastel hue balancing the intensity of the flowers and giving the piece a painterly harmony.

Every tessera was carefully shaped and placed by an artisan’s hand, the subtle irregularities and soft patina of the gilt metal frame standing as marks of authenticity. Together, they tell the story of a craft passed down through generations. Patience and precision transformed glass fragments into a miniature work of art.

Once beloved as keepsakes of the Grand Tour, pieces like this captured the romance of Italy in pocket-sized form. Today, this box retains that same allure, offering a safe haven for tiny treasures or serving as a jewel of display and conversation, or making the perfect gift for a loved one. 

• Materials: Hand-cut glass tesserae set in gilt metal pill box.
• Era: Mid-20th century (c. 1950s), Italian Grand Tour revival.
• Condition: Vintage, with age-appropriate wear that speaks to its history.
• Unique: You will receive the exact box pictured, a one-of-a-kind creation.
• Size: Approximately 4cm x 3.5cm x 2cm (medium)

A garden captured in glass, it blooms eternally with the elegance and romance of Italy.