Mid-century rich burgundy and gold decorative Mele jewelry case. This gorgeous thing speaks of mid-century elegance. Two drawers and lid. buying

Emidio Mele immigrated to New York from Italy in 1896. He began to learn how to design jewelry display cases. He was an apprentice of a gentleman who is now well-known New York 5th Avenues Sachs. In 1912 he founded Mele and Company and be again creating jewelry display cases and jewelry boxes.

This beautiful burgundy and gold jewelry box measures 14 in by 8 in. It stands approximately 5.5 in high. The box is decorated with a faux leather which is embossed with gold scrolling. Each side of the leather box has an ornate Art Deco style handle.

This vintage Mele jewelry box has a lid which opens revealing a mirror encased in lush gold faux velvet. There are multiple compartments for rings, earrings and a deeper compartment for necklaces.

This elegant vintage Mele jewelry box has two drawers. Each drawer measures just over an inch in depth. Each drawer has three compartments for bangles, bracelets or the like.

This elegant and gorgeous vintage Mele jewelry box was created in New York by Mele and Company. Beautiful mid-century or Bohemian feel. The burgundy and gold jewelry case is in good vintage condition. I see one area on the front where the finish looks marred. I tried to take a picture of that for buying you.

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