Guinevere

Fresh and luminous, this vintage Italian micro mosaic pill box delights with its turquoise ground and radiant bouquet. Three white daisies with amber centers bloom across the surface, flanked by golden blossoms and tiny green leaves. The arrangement feels airy and sunlit, like a field of flowers in the Italian Alps beneath a clear summer sky.

Each tessera was hand-cut and carefully set, the crisp geometry of the petals and the density of the turquoise background revealing the maker’s precision. A rope-twist gilt border frames the scene with elegance, while light wear along the edges confirms its age and well-traveled journey. The clean contrast of white, gold, and teal creates a refreshing composition that stands apart from deeper-toned examples.

Collected as Grand Tour souvenirs, micro mosaic boxes carried the romance of Italy’s landscapes and artistry in miniature form. With its bright palette and balanced oval form, this piece captures that same joy. Perfect for gifting to a loved one, keeping a tiny keepsake close, or displayed as a jewel-like accent on a vanity, it continues to bring beauty into everyday life.

• 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 3.5cm x 2.5cm x 1.5cm (small)

A radiant keepsake, it captures the freshness of an Italian summer meadow preserved in glass.