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This is a Herend ring tray in the Chinese Bouquet (Apponyi) Green pattern, made in Hungary and dated to 1970. It’s a petite porcelain jewelry plate with a hand‑painted green floral spray in the center, framed by a leafy border and finished with a delicate gold rim. The glaze is glossy and the colors are crisp, showing the careful brushwork Herend is known for. In near mint condition, the gilding looks bright and there are no chips, cracks, or staining to distract from its charm. It’s the perfect catchall beside the sink or on a nightstand for rings, earrings, or keys, and it brings a quiet bit of elegance to everyday routines.

Herend has crafted fine porcelain since 1826, firing each piece multiple times and finishing patterns entirely by hand. Chinese Bouquet, also called Apponyi, is a simplified take on the older Fleurs des Indes motif, popularized in the early 20th century through Count Albert Apponyi. The green colorway (often tagged “AV” for Apponyi Vert) is among the most beloved, and the pattern appears in many sizes and table pieces, all trimmed in real gold. Authentic Herend usually bears the blue shield backstamp and a painter’s mark. The line remains in production today, prized for its timeless, mix‑friendly style.

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This is a luxury jewelry tray from Herend, hand painted in the Apponyi Raspberry pattern. The bright raspberry-pink flowers pop against glossy white porcelain, and the leaf-shaped rim is finished with rich hand-applied gold. Made in 1970, it’s now 56 years old, vintage and edging toward antique status. The piece is in near mint condition, with crisp gilding and clean glaze, a good sign it was displayed more than used. It’s a petite catchall that feels fancy without being fussy—perfect for rings by the sink, bedside odds and ends, or serving a few wrapped sweets when company drops by.

Herend Porcelain of Hungary has been making hand-crafted porcelain since 1826, prized by European courts and collectors for meticulous brushwork and 24-karat gold accents. Apponyi, also called “AP,” is a streamlined take on the older Indian Basket motif, refined for Count Albert Apponyi in the early 20th century. Raspberry is one of the sought-after colorways, produced in smaller numbers than the classic green. Every piece is freehand painted, so tiny variations show the artist’s touch; most carry a Herend shield backstamp and a painter’s mark. Hand wash only, and avoid microwave or dishwasher. Near mint 1970 examples are hard to find.

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This is a Herend porcelain egg trinket box in the Queen Victoria pattern, made around 1970 and about 56 years old. It’s a small, lidded box with a bright hand‑painted mix of flowers and leaves, highlighted with fine gold bands and a scalloped border. The glaze is glossy and the paintwork is crisp, the kind of detail you feel when you turn it in your hand. Condition is near mint, with only the lightest signs of handling. At 2 inches high, 2 inches wide, and 3 inches long, it’s just right for rings, a few keepsakes, or to sit pretty on a vanity or bookshelf.

Herend is Hungary’s famous porcelain house, founded in 1826 and known for pieces painted entirely by hand. The Queen Victoria pattern debuted in 1851 after Queen Victoria admired it at London’s Great Exhibition and ordered a service; the design blends butterflies and peony‑style blooms inspired by 19th‑century Asian porcelain, finished with real gold accents. Collectors call it “Victoria” or “VBO.” While plates and tea pieces are common, small egg boxes are a bit less seen, which makes a clean 1970 example appealing. Each Herend piece is individually painted and fired multiple times, so no two are exactly alike, and older examples like this tend to show especially sharp color and line.

This beautiful item is a vintage Russian lacquer box crafted around 1991, putting it at just over 30 years old—making it well into vintage territory and getting rarer by the year. The box is hand-painted and features a classic Russian fairy tale scene with lovely detail, showing a princess in traditional dress by a river, with fanciful buildings and swan boats in the background. The condition is described as near mint, so it’s really well-preserved and probably spent most of its life tucked safely away rather than being used every day. Sized at about 1.5 inches tall, 4 inches wide, and 5.5 inches long, it’s perfect for keeping small treasures or jewelry, or even just displaying on a shelf for a touch of storybook charm.

Russian lacquer boxes like this are often made in specific villages or studios renowned for their miniature paintings, such as Palekh, Fedoskino, Mstera, or Kholuy. These boxes are crafted from papier-mâché, hand-lacquered, and hand-painted by artists who sometimes even sign their work. Each painting typically draws inspiration from Russian folklore, fairy tales, or classic literature, making each box feel like you’re holding a tiny piece of cultural history. Collectors and folks with a taste for the unusual or beautiful handwork appreciate them for their artistry and uniqueness. By now, pieces like this from the early ’90s have a certain nostalgic appeal, especially since the crafts themselves have become less common as mass production takes over. So if you’ve got one, you’ve got not just a jewelry box, but a rare piece of Russian decorative art.