Hello, this item is a pair of Chinese duck-form covered boxes, more accurately described as cloisonné enamel on metal rather than ceramic. Each bird has a white-scaled neck, colorful multicolored wing panels, floral decoration, gilt-toned beak, feet, and removable upper body section that opens to reveal a blue enameled interior compartment. The form, bright enamel palette, brass-colored metal mounts, and decorative export quality are consistent with mid-20th-century Chinese cloisonné decorative wares, likely made for the tourist or export market. The family account that they were brought back from China in the 1950s is plausible for this type of object, though the pieces do not appear to be imperial or earlier Qing-period examples.

The pair appears to be in very good decorative condition from the photographs, with no major cracks, losses, or repairs visible, though there is normal light oxidation and surface wear to the gilt-toned metal areas. Decorative Chinese cloisonné animal boxes of this size and period remain collectible, especially as pairs, but their value is moderate because similar examples appear regularly on the secondary market. Their strongest value factors are the complete pair, attractive color, functional covered-box form, and good condition. Based on the photographs, size of approximately 8 inches wide by 7 inches tall, likely mid-20th-century date, and current market demand for Chinese export cloisonné, the fair market value is $120 to $250 USD.