Lot 055 - Antique Art Nouveau Woman's Hosiery Or Lingerie Presentation Box With Original Tissue And Contents 1778 She was a singer

She was a singer

and an IHS wreath motif

The frame is gesso over wood and features an intricate and lovely design

” Interior of the box stamped “Cappelleria Minelli

and bone adornments

Lot 055 - Antique Art Nouveau Woman's Hosiery Or Lingerie Presentation Box With Original Tissue And Contents 1778 She was a singerAntique Art Nouveau presentation box featuring a stylized womans portrait on the lid, likely intended for hosiery or lingerie. The box retains its original tissue paper and appears to contain multiple folded textile pieces in coordinating shades of rose and burgundy, tied with original ribbons. Textiles look unused and neatly packed, consistent with new old stock. Box shows age toning and wear, including tears to the tissue. Light wear consistent with