Antique Pairpoint Quadruple Silver Plate authentic Casket Trinket Box, Pipe Smoking Man, JH Schindler

Handsome antique Pairpoint Manufacturing Company quadruple silver plate casket or trinket box dating to the late 1800s. The hand painted lid depicts a man smoking a long pipe and is signed by the artist, JH Schindler. Floral and vine repoussé designs on each corner of the box and beaded edges add interesting textural elements. The box sits on claw feet.

CONDITION: GOOD
(Poor-->Fair-->Good-->Very Good-->Excellent-->Mint):
About 80% of the metal mesh edging around the painted lid is missing. Several areas of paint loss - see pictures. I gave this box a light polish but did not go crazy removing the patina.

DATE: 1880s-1890s

MARKINGS: "Pairpoint Mfg Co, New Bedford Mass, Quadruple Plate" marked on bottom

MEASUREMENTS: 5.75 L x 4" W x 4" H

WEIGHT (w/o packaging): 1 lb 8 oz

CONDITION CHART:
Mint - As new. No visible flaws or wear. All parts/pieces intact.

Excellent - Has been used and/or may have very minor noticeable flaws that do not detract from the use or aesthetics of the item. All parts/pieces intact.

Very Good - Light wear and/or noticeable flaws that may warrant optional repairs, but can still be used as intended. May be missing parts/pieces, but doesn't impact use.

Good - Visible wear with flaws that may warrant repairs before being used as intended. May be missing parts/pieces, but doesn't impact use.

Fair - Numerous flaws and/or especially fragile. Likely needs to be repaired before being used as intended. May be missing parts/pieces that impact use.

Poor - Extensive damage. Cannot be used as intended without repair. To be used for parts, repair, display or as photo props only. Missing parts/pieces that impact use.

I aim to please, and describe every item to the best of my ability. But please note that my vintage items often received frequent use back in their day, so may show visible signs of wear and age. Personally, I wouldn't have it any other way, as I treasure those marks of the past.