Antique Ormolu Jewellery Casket: Ostende Postcard Lid, Trinket Box (c. 1900-1915)

A charming Belle Époque vanity casket featuring a thick bevelled-glass lid over a vivid postcard view: “Ostende — Le Kursaal du côté de la ville.”

The gilt-brass frame shows crisp saw‑tooth edging and stands on decorative feet, with four clear glass sides and its original plush pink tufted cushion.

A classic Grand Tour–style souvenir from the fashionable Belgian seaside resort—perfect for a ring, locket, or display keepsake.

Details
Period: c. 1900–1915 (Belle Époque/Edwardian)

Scene: Ostende/Ostend, “Le Kursaal”

Materials: Ormolu (gilt brass), bevelled glass lid, glass sides, printed postcard image, fabric cushion

Dimensions: 7 cm (L) x 7 cm (W) x 8 cm (H)

Features: Hinged lid with tab; four glass side panels; ornate feet; original plush tufted cushion

Condition
Very good antique condition.

Gentle rubbing to gilding and light surface scuffs to glass from age and use.

The original pink cushion is plump and intact with only minimal, even fading.

Image under the bevelled lid remains bright.

Hinge and feet sound.

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Care
Clean exterior glass lightly with a soft, dry cloth

Shipping
Carefully packed with protective materials and sent tracked/insured.