Yale Center for British Art

Title:
Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee glove box.
Published / Created:
Great Britain, circa [1897?]
Physical Description:
1 box ; 26 cm in height, 33 cm in width, 26 cm in depth
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Copyright Status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Classification:
Three-Dimensional Artifacts
Notes:
The box is in the form of a crown atop a red velvet cushion with braided metallic fringe. The rigid faux cushion consists of two pieces that form a shallow box, hinged at the back and with a lock at front. The box interior is lined with white moire. With four metal feet in the form of globus cruciger (orb and cross). Includes a small brass key, accompanied by metallic braids.
Subject Terms:
Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819–1901 -- Anniversaries, etc., 1897. | Great Britain -- Kings and rulers. | Crowns -- Great Britain.
Form/Genre:
Glove boxes. | Boxes (containers) | Crowns (headdresses) | Gloves.