Lot #20: Vintage Mid Century Florentine Style Musical Jewelry Chest Box - Working Japanese Toyo / Royal Sealy Tulip Motif - Red Velvet Footed Cabinet 9x8.25"

Vintage Mid Century Florentine Style Musical Jewelry Chest Box - Working Japanese Toyo / Royal Sealy Tulip Motif - Red Velvet Footed Cabinet 9x8.25"7 Title: Vintage Mid-Century Florentine-Style Musical Jewelry Chest (Tulip Motif) Origin: Made in Japan (c. 1960s–1970s) Dimensions: 9" Width x 8.25" Height x 5.25" Depth Up for auction is a beautifully preserved, authentic vintage mid-century Florentine-style musical jewelry cabinet. This gorgeous 1960s/1970s vanity piece captures the highly collectible Hollywood Regency / "shabby chic" aesthetic, famously produced by Japanese importers like Royal Sealy and Toyo. Key Features & Layout: Stunning Exterior Artwork: Features a classic, hand-painted, distressed off-white scroll frame on the top lid and front panels, accented by vibrant pinkish-red tulip blooms and gold-gilt trim. Dual-Tier Storage: The top lid opens to reveal a clean, built-in vanity mirror and a deep storage compartment. A lower pull-out drawer offers a second spacious storage section. Premium Interior: Both storage compartments are fully lined in their original, vibrant, plush red velvet fabric. Footed Base: Elevated on four stylized, carved wooden feet giving it a classic wardrobe miniature appearance. Condition Report (Bid with Confidence!): Mechanical Condition: FULLY FUNCTIONAL. The original Japanese 18-note wind-up music mechanism operates smoothly and plays a beautiful vintage melody when wound by the intact underside T-bar key. Cosmetic Condition: Very Good to Excellent vintage condition. The structural woodwork is solid with no cracks, chips, or dry rot. The delicate gold-gilt edges and paint show a lovely, gentle, authentic age patina. Interior Condition: The red velvet lining is remarkably clean, free of major stains, tears, or heavy sun-fading. The mirror is clear and securely mounted. Note: The original paper song-title sticker on the bottom wood base has worn off over the decades, as is typical for items of this age. This functional piece of mid-century nostalgia makes a perfect addition to any vintage vanity, a thoughtful gift, or a standout piece for serious jewelry box collectors Nearest intersection Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue Dimensions: 9" Width x 8.25" Height x 5.25" Depth Pickup category timeslot {A}