Staffordshire Enamels Singapore and Bali 1999 Limited Edition Trinket Box – St. James’s Place

Description

Product Overview:
A rare and exquisite limited edition English enamel trinket box handcrafted by Staffordshire Enamels (Stoke-on-Trent, England) using traditional 18th-century Georgian artisan techniques. Specially commissioned for St. James’s Place to commemorate their “Singapore and Bali 1999” voyage, this collectible circular box showcases a breathtaking, finely hand-painted tropical scene on the lid featuring an overwater Balinese pavilion villa surrounded by serene turquoise waters, lush palms, and lily pads, framed by an intricate pink and green foliate garland border. The circumference of the box is embellished with a vibrant wrap-around design of exotic birds of paradise and lush tropical flora. Finished with polished gold-plated brass bezel mounts and inscribed inside the lid with “Singapore and Bali 1999”, this collector’s piece comes housed in its original red presentation box lined with plush burgundy velvet and accompanied by the authentic maker’s certificate booklet.

Product Details:
– Maker: Staffordshire Enamels Limited (Stoke-on-Trent, England)
– Commission: Made Exclusively for St. James’s Place
– Event / Date: Singapore and Bali 1999
– Country of Origin: Made in England (Staffordshire)
– Material: Copper base, kiln-fired hand-painted vitreous enamel, gold-plated brass bezel mount
– Form / Shape: Circular hinged trinket / pill box
– Lid Artwork: Hand-painted Indonesian / Balinese overwater villa pavilion with water reflection, palm trees, and lily pads, framed by a delicate floral and scallop garland border in shades of rose pink and olive green
– Base / Side Artwork: Vibrant 360-degree wrap-around tropical motif featuring colorful exotic birds, lush blossoms, and ornate foliage on a clean white ground
– Interior Inscription: “Singapore and Bali 1999” inscribed inside the lid
– Underside Mark: Official Staffordshire Enamels backstamp with commission and edition details
– Packaging: Original red hinged presentation box, crushed burgundy velvet fitted tray, and authentic Staffordshire Enamels informational booklet

Condition:
Near Mint / Excellent Vintage Condition. The vitreous enamel surfaces are glossy, vibrant, and completely free of chips, cracks, hairline fractures, or crazing. The gold-plated hinge and clasp operate smoothly and close tightly. The original presentation case and velvet interior are exceptionally well preserved. Please inspect high-resolution photographs for complete cosmetic condition.

Ideal For:
– Fine English enamel box collectors (Staffordshire Enamels, Halcyon Days, Crummles, Bilston & Battersea)
– St. James’s Place corporate gift, commemorative travel, and event memorabilia collectors
– Southeast Asian travel, Bali resort, and Singapore maritime / exotic voyage enthusiasts
– Elegant luxury display on vanity tables, dressing tables, curio cabinets, or executive desks