957 - Box with bronze mountings — Capodimonte, second half of the 19th century — Rectangular box with a hinged lid in the shape of a hipped roof, resting on four feet, with curved carrying handles on the sides, two vase-like finials, and a lock on the front; the sides feature relief decoration in cartouches, each depicting mythological pairs and figures such as Mars and Venus, Fortuna with a cornucopia, Apollo with a lyre, and many others. Porcelain with colored painting and rich gold decoration; feet, lock, handles, finial, and rim edges made of metal; interior lined with red velvet. Underglaze blue mark “N” beneath a crown on the base. 33.5 x 34.5 x 18.5 cm. — Cracks and chips on the reverse side near the top; a short, old firing crack on the front; lock does not function; key included.