Black and Gold Lacquer Turtle Shaped Box salt tin while others in shades of

while others in shades of grey and black recede into the distance

which turns into a seascape

which included a collection of several other Indonesian nutcrackers

whose many fine and interesting things reinforce my believe that this is something pretty special

5 1/2" tall x 2 3/4" in diameter

Black and Gold Lacquer Turtle Shaped Box salt tin while others in shades ofJust a charming little vintage trinket box made of paper mache in the shape of a turtle and lacquered in gold and black. I love the geometric black patterning against the shiny gold, and how protective the shell lid feels in relation to the box below, plus those great tiny little eyes of the turtle peering out curiously on either side! Very sweet, and a great little box for stashing something special. 5" long x 3" wide x 2" tall and in great vintage