Antique Georgian Patch Box

Step into the elegance of the late 18th century with this enchanting Georgian patch box (circa 1780–1800). Crafted in porcelain and adorned with a soft pink enamel exterior, the box is crowned by a finely hand-painted pastoral scene, likely inspired by an Italian port, complete with gentle architectural lines and serene waterside charm.

Measuring 1.5 inches high by 1.9 inches wide and 1.25 inches deep, this diminutive treasure was once used to hold patches of gummed taffeta—small adhesive “beauty spots” used to conceal blemishes or enhance one's complexion in 18th-century fashion. These boxes were more than functional: they were also tokens of affection, often exchanged between lovers and bearing poetic messages or hand-painted motifs.

The interior features white enamel, now gently softened by time, and the piece shows wear to the pink enamel at the base as well as interior wear consistent with age. It remains in fair antique condition, a testament to its more than two centuries of life and use.

An exceptional collector’s piece for those passionate about Georgian sentimentality, antique porcelain, or early European enameling traditions, this patch box bridges the intimate world of historical romance with the artistry of finely made objet d’art.

Materials: Metal, Enamel.