Lola

Fresh and vibrant, this small vintage Italian micro mosaic pill box features a charming oval design with a bouquet of red poppies, blue blossoms, and golden-centered daisies set against a lush green background. Each tiny tessera of glass was hand-cut and placed with care, creating a lively arrangement framed by its original gilt metal edging. The green ground makes this piece especially striking, evoking a spring garden in miniature.

No two micro mosaics were ever the same. The slight irregularities in the glasswork, the hand-laid borders, and the patina of age are not flaws but marks of authenticity, proof of its handmade Italian origin. These details elevate it beyond utility into the realm of collectible art.

Beloved as Grand Tour souvenirs, micro mosaic boxes were treasured by travelers who wished to carry a fragment of Italy’s artistry home. Today, this keepsake continues the tradition. It is perfect for storing small treasures, gifting to a collector in your life, or displaying as a miniature work of historical design.

• Materials: Hand-cut glass tesserae on green ground, gilt metal pill box frame.
• Era: Mid-20th century (c. 1950s–1970s), Italian Grand Tour revival.
• Condition: Vintage, with gentle wear consistent with age. Each mark adds to its story.
• Unique: You will receive the exact box pictured — one of a kind.
• Size: Approximately 3.5cm x 2.5cm x 1.5cm (small)

A garden in miniature, this pill box captures the romance of Italian craftsmanship with its joyful, timeless design.