Antique bridal crown and coursages in box
This is an antique French bridal box or jewelry box featuring the inscription "Les Parures de Mariées - G.O.L. - Nouveauté de Paris," dating from the early 20th century (circa 1900–1930). Box details: Origin: France (Paris), produced under the name G.O.L. Purpose: Original storage box for traditional bridal accessories, such as a wax flower crown (tiara) and corsages. Complete set in original box; quite rare. Details of the piece: Materials: Handmade flowers, buds, and leaves crafted from delicate beeswax, often combined with fabric leaves, wire, and small beads or faux pearls. Symbolism: In Belle Époque and Edwardian France, brides wore wax blossoms as a symbol of purity and virginity. Origins: Such sets (consisting of a hair wreath/tiara and a matching pin for the groom or bride) were often carefully preserved under glass or in a special cardboard souvenir box.