Classification
Description
A green coloured octagonal, lidded trinket or dressing table box thermoformed and fabricated from layers of cellulose nitrate sheet. The handle on the lid, and the feet are formed from three layers, a clear layer sandwiched between green. The decorative effect of the box is created by pressing together random pieces of cellulose nitrate sheet. This green box is Art Deco in style and was manufactured by Halex c. 1930s.
Inscriptions
inscribed: "HALEX MADE IN ENGLAND" (base)
Object number
AIBDC : 008961SA
Date
1930 - 1939 (circa)
Country
Method
Material
Dimensions
Width
117mm
Height
70mm
Length
117mm