Ceramic trinket box with floral design

This decorative trinket box appears to be from the early to mid-20th century, featuring hand-painted floral motifs including pomegranates or similar fruits with foliage. The box shows characteristics of Art Nouveau influence with its organic, flowing design elements and natural themes. Such decorative boxes were popular as vanity items, often used to store jewelry, powder puffs, or other small personal items. Collectors of vintage vanity items and decorative ceramics are particularly drawn to these pieces for their artistic merit and nostalgic connection to earlier eras of personal grooming and home decor.