This beautiful antique Victorian box is made of celluloid, wood and paper. The floral design features multiple stems of pale pink, ivory and burgandy color roses. The celluloid is in excellent condition. The paper covering the balance of the box does have some wear and tearing and the clasp and one of the hinges has come loose but could be easily repaired.

The lining is a vibrant pink color and in good condition. Overall, the box is is good antique condition when you consider its age. It measures approximately 8 3/4 inches length, 6 inches width, 2 1/2 inches height.

Celluloid was widely used in the Victorian Era (specifically from 1890 to 1917) as the waterproof alternative to paper and it was beautifully decorated by lithograph and embossing techniques and fashioned in to some of the most popular applications of the era: Victorian photo albums and Victorian storage boxes. Unfortunately, because celluloid is also highly flammable, its use was discontinued when safer plastics were introduced. They are just as collectible today as they were when they were introduced more than 100 years ago.