Antique Bronze Benedict Athenic Ornate Greek Cameo Casket Trinket Box 1490

Antique Bronze Benedict Athenic Ornate Greek Cameo Casket Trinket Box 1490  M.S. Benedict Art Studios in Syracuse, New York, founded in the late 1800s, introduced a new range of products called Athenic Bronze Goods for Stationers, designed to be sold as gifts. This beautiful bronze hinged box was one of those products. The range aesthetics were inspired by the classic features of Greek Athenian art interpreted with French bronze finish items shaped in subtle Greek proportions. The old ivory color of the cameo forms a striking color contrast.The box is substantial, weighing 1 lb 6 oz. It is well marked with the round Benedict Athenic Bronze mark and the model number 1490 stamped into the exterior bottom.  Fabulous condition!  Original lining has small rip..unnoticeable