Victorian Paper Covered Box with Theorem Painted Pears on Branch Tohono O'Odham to the sun- or star-like

to the sun- or star-like pattern surrounding the hole of the whistle

with the glue somewhat visible

So this is batch #3

match box 2 1/2” x 1 1/2” x 1 1/4”

which are shown in photos as solid color on reverse

Victorian Paper Covered Box with Theorem Painted Pears on Branch Tohono O'Odham to the sun- or star-likeA theorem painting of pears on velvet with embossed silver paper trim, green papered sides and a pretty pretty pink lining of course I had to say yes to this one. I've found just a few out there along similar lines, which help me date it to 1880 or so, though I'm not entirely certain what it once held. A lovely thing now for delivering a special gift, or just a special gift in itself. 4 7 8" x 2 11 16" x 1 1 8" and in very good antique condition.