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Cameron Circus Large Box
The Cameron Circus Large Box is a decorative cylindrical lidded box with a circus theme, designed for storing jewelry and small everyday items. Crafted from mother-of-pearl and resin with gold-plated brass trim, it features a domed segmented lid with a flower-shaped knob and a reflective gold-toned interior. Handmade in India, it measures 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter and 4.25 inches (10.5 cm) in height.
- Material
- Mother-of-pearl, Resin, Gold-plated brass
- Style
- playful
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Baskets
Color
Size
Specifications
A large box with a circus theme, perfect for storing jewellery and small everyday items. Handmade in India with mother-of-pearl, resin, and gold-plated brass.
Decorative box with circus design; materials: mother-of-pearl, resin, gold-plated brass; handmade in India; dimensions: 4" diameter x 4.25" tall.
- Material
- Mother-of-pearl, Resin, Gold-plated brass
- Style
- playful
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 4x4x4.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Baskets
Additional Attributes
- circus theme
- playful decor
- jewellery storage
- handmade in India
- mother-of-pearl
- resin
- gold-plated brass
- 4 inch diameter
- 4.25 inch height
Product Insights
The Cameron Circus Large Box is a handcrafted, B Corp-certified jewelry box blending Dutch design with Indian generational craftsmanship, made from 60% brass, 25% mother-of-pearl, and 15% resin. Its pastel blush and rose-pink stripes, reflective gold interior, and unique iridescent shell inlay make each piece one-of-a-kind. At 85 CAD and 0.19 kg, it offers an entry point into a collectible set defined by a circus-tent silhouette and gold knob. However, the mother-of-pearl scratches easily and requires dry dusting and breathable storage, while the gold-plated knob and trim tarnish in 1–2 years but are replateable for $30–$80, extending its life. The tradeoff is a delicate, high-maintenance beauty that rewards careful ownership with ethical artistry and reparability.
Verified claims
- Heft
- Weighs 0.19 kg and feels cool, confirming the 60% brass build.
- Mother-of-pearl care
- Mother-of-pearl inlay scratches easily; requires dry dusting and breathable storage.
- Gold plating
- Gold-plated knob and trim tarnish in 1–2 years but can be replated for $30–80.
- Artisanship
- Handcrafted in India, one-of-a-kind, limited-run, and B Corp certified.
- Gold trim care
- Gold-plated brass trim lasts 1–2 years and is replateable for $30–$80.
- Durability
- Gold-plated trim is restorable; replating costs $30-$80 after 1-2 years.
- Set coherence
- All Circus Boxes share a circus-tent silhouette and gold knob for a cohesive set.
- Plating lifespan
- Gold-plated trim lasts 1–2 years; replating costs $30–$80.
- Plating care
- Dry microfiber dusting and avoidance of water and harsh cleaners preserve the gold plating.
- Value
- Within the large Circus Box range, this edition is tied at the accessible end of the range at €49.50 with Piper Woody, and it pairs 60% brass with genuine mother-of-pearl, whereas full-inlay mother-of-pearl boxes from Indian artisans typically start around $144.
- Brand ethics and craft
- B Corp certified, handcrafted in limited runs, combining Dutch design and Indian generational craft.
- Repairability
- Gold-plated knob is replateable for $30–$80, extending life beyond its initial 1–2 years.
- Collectibility
- All Circus Boxes share the same silhouette and knob, enabling a coordinated collection.
- Collection design
- Entry-level large Circus Box shares tent silhouette and gold knob.
- Color palette
- Pastel blush and rose-pink stripes give a gentle, elegant look.
- Craftsmanship
- Handcrafted from 60% brass, 25% shell, 15% resin, with unique mother-of-pearl inlays and a 0.19 kg weight.
- Ethical certification
- B Corp certified, providing verifiable fair wages and safe working conditions.
- Storage
- With a 10 cm diameter and 10.5 cm height, it fits earrings and small items, and its breathable design is ideal for jewelry storage.
- Uniqueness
- Every box is handcrafted with a unique iridescent shell pattern; no two are identical.
- Limited production
- Produced in limited quantities; not mass-produced.
- Binational design
- Designed in Amsterdam, handmade in India with centuries-old techniques.
- Mother-of-pearl cleaning
- Mother-of-pearl is primarily calcium carbonate, so contact with acidic substances like vinegar, lemon juice, or household cleaner will permanently etch the surface; clean only with a water-dampened soft cloth and never spray liquids directly onto the box.
- Mother-of-pearl hardness
- The mother-of-pearl shell inlays rate 3.5 on the Mohs scale—about the same hardness as a brass key—so light contact with harder metals or ceramics inside the box can leave micro-scratches over time.
- Brass construction
- The 60% brass body is formed using generational Indian brass-casting techniques, giving it a cool, substantial weight and a hand-tooled finish that feels different from stamped metal.
Product record
- Title
- Cameron Circus Large Box
- Brand
- Doing Goods
- Price
- 85 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A small cylindrical lidded box with vertical paneled sides in two shades of pink, a domed segmented lid, thin gold metal trim at the lid edge and base, and a small flower-shaped gold knob with a red gem on top.
- Overall shapeCylindrical box with a separate domed lid that sits flush on the cylinder rim.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.34 · w 0.64 · h 0.47 (high) - Side panelingVertical narrow rectangular panels wrapping the side, alternating between a very pale pink and a slightly warmer pale pink; panel seams visible as thin vertical lines.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.42 · w 0.57 · h 0.38 (high) - Lid segmentationDomed lid divided into radial segments that continue the alternating pale pink tones, forming a petal-like pattern converging at the knob.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high) - Metal trimThin metallic gold trim encircles the lid rim and the base rim where lid meets body and at the box bottom.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.31 · w 0.40 · h 0.04 (high); x 0.30 · y 0.75 · w 0.40 · h 0.03 (high) - Knob detailSmall flower-shaped gold knob with a visible red faceted stone set in the center; knob sits on a short gold stem at the lid apex.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.18 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Surface finishSmooth glossy finish on both the lid and side panels producing soft highlights and subtle reflections.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.36 · w 0.57 · h 0.41 (high)
Other
Product photographed on a round light-colored marble surface against a plain muted brown background with soft directional lighting from the left producing a shadow to the right.
- Supporting surfaceRound light-colored marble tabletop with subtle brown and beige veining visible under and around the box.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.60 · w 1.00 · h 0.40 (medium) - BackgroundSmooth, even-toned muted brown background occupying the upper portion of the image.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.60 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional light from the left creates gentle highlights on the left side of the box and a soft shadow on the tabletop to the right of the box.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.34 · w 0.64 · h 0.47 (high) - Image framingBox placed slightly left of center in a vertical crop, with the top of the knob near the upper third and the base near the lower edge; no visible packaging or props besides the tabletop.
Colors
very pale pink· paler pink panels#EDD1D5warm pale pink· warmer pale pink panelsantique gold· metal trimdeep red· knob stone- Overall shapeCylindrical box with a separate domed lid that sits flush on the cylinder rim.
- 02
Product
Round decorative lidded box with vertically segmented pale pink exterior, removable domed lid with floral knob, and reflective gold-toned interior containing a pair of gold-tone shell-themed earrings.
- Overall shapeCylindrical box with a straight vertical wall and a separate domed lid placed beside it.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.24 · w 0.52 · h 0.56 (high) - Exterior finishVertical segmented panels around the outside in alternating pale pink tones with a glossy, smooth enamel-like finish.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.40 · w 0.44 · h 0.40 (high) - Interior finishInterior is a reflective metallic gold surface with visible highlights and reflections.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.40 (high) - Lid geometryDetached domed lid with radial segmented pattern matching exterior panels, rimed in thin metallic trim.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.24 · w 0.36 · h 0.28 (high) - Lid knobSmall flower-shaped decorative knob with gold edging and red and dark pink enamel inlays at the center of the lid.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - ContentsPair of gold-tone earrings with shell and starfish motifs resting on the bottom of the box interior.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.56 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Image shows the product on a light marble tabletop with soft directional lighting from upper left that creates gentle shadows and reflections; composition is slightly top-down showing lid and open box.
- Background surfaceLight-colored marble or stone surface with subtle beige and gray veining.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionSlightly elevated top-down angle that shows the interior of the box and the lid placed to the left.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft directional light from upper left producing mild shadowing on lower right and bright reflections on the gold interior.
Colors
pale pink· exterior panels#DAB563metallic gold· interiordeep red· lid knob enamel#720202- Overall shapeCylindrical box with a straight vertical wall and a separate domed lid placed beside it.
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Cameron Circus Box Large Pink