Box (2) - mother of pearl - Beach souvenirs
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Two antique nacre and brass miniature boats from France, dating to circa 1850–1900, in good condition with light signs of ageing.
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Antique miniature boat made of mother-of-pearl and brass – Seaside souvenir – Late 19th century
Description
Rare and elegant antique miniature boat inkstand, made from natural mother-of-pearl shells mounted on a filigree brass structure, dating from the late 19th century.
The composition depicts a stylized boat with a mother-of-pearl hull, cabin, rigging, rudder, and openwork decorative elements. The filigree work, entirely handcrafted, features scrolls and ligatures typical of artisanal productions from French seaside resorts during the Belle Époque.
Mother-of-pearl offers beautiful iridescent reflections, varying with the light, attesting to its authenticity. It is a decorative display piece intended for a bourgeois or aristocratic clientele.
Details
• Period: late 19th century – early 20th century (circa 1880–1910)
Materials: natural mother-of-pearl, brass.
Dimensions: 19 × 20 cm
Condition: good vintage condition, light wear and small deformations consistent with age.
Origin: France (seaside work)
Comment
A rare and sculptural decorative piece, emblematic of marine souvenirs from the Belle Époque, highly sought after by collectors of mother-of-pearl objects and refined folk art.
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Mother-of-pearl Arcachon souvenir – Antique seaside object – Late 19th century
Description
Charming antique souvenir object in natural mother-of-pearl, mounted on a filigree brass structure, bearing the handwritten inscription 'Souvenir d’Arcachon'.
The piece is composed of carefully selected shells for their iridescence, held together by a delicate network of brass wires and elements decorated with botanical motifs (leaves, clusters). This type of object was sold in prestigious seaside resorts at the end of the 19th century, as a decorative souvenir or sentimental gift.
The well-preserved and legible handwritten inscription strongly enhances the historical and collection interest.
Details
• Epoch: late 19th – early 20th century
Materials: natural mother-of-pearl, brass.
Dimensions: 18 × 10.5 cm
Condition: good, aged condition with patina and small signs of wear from time.
• Origin: Arcachon, France
Comment
An authentic seaside object, typical of the Belle Époque, blending maritime poetry with decorative craftsmanship. A sought-after piece for a collection of antique souvenirs or a cabinet of curiosities.
Carefully look at the photos, they serve as a description.
Happy end-of-year holidays!
Antique miniature boat made of mother-of-pearl and brass – Seaside souvenir – Late 19th century
Description
Rare and elegant antique miniature boat inkstand, made from natural mother-of-pearl shells mounted on a filigree brass structure, dating from the late 19th century.
The composition depicts a stylized boat with a mother-of-pearl hull, cabin, rigging, rudder, and openwork decorative elements. The filigree work, entirely handcrafted, features scrolls and ligatures typical of artisanal productions from French seaside resorts during the Belle Époque.
Mother-of-pearl offers beautiful iridescent reflections, varying with the light, attesting to its authenticity. It is a decorative display piece intended for a bourgeois or aristocratic clientele.
Details
• Period: late 19th century – early 20th century (circa 1880–1910)
Materials: natural mother-of-pearl, brass.
Dimensions: 19 × 20 cm
Condition: good vintage condition, light wear and small deformations consistent with age.
Origin: France (seaside work)
Comment
A rare and sculptural decorative piece, emblematic of marine souvenirs from the Belle Époque, highly sought after by collectors of mother-of-pearl objects and refined folk art.
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Mother-of-pearl Arcachon souvenir – Antique seaside object – Late 19th century
Description
Charming antique souvenir object in natural mother-of-pearl, mounted on a filigree brass structure, bearing the handwritten inscription 'Souvenir d’Arcachon'.
The piece is composed of carefully selected shells for their iridescence, held together by a delicate network of brass wires and elements decorated with botanical motifs (leaves, clusters). This type of object was sold in prestigious seaside resorts at the end of the 19th century, as a decorative souvenir or sentimental gift.
The well-preserved and legible handwritten inscription strongly enhances the historical and collection interest.
Details
• Epoch: late 19th – early 20th century
Materials: natural mother-of-pearl, brass.
Dimensions: 18 × 10.5 cm
Condition: good, aged condition with patina and small signs of wear from time.
• Origin: Arcachon, France
Comment
An authentic seaside object, typical of the Belle Époque, blending maritime poetry with decorative craftsmanship. A sought-after piece for a collection of antique souvenirs or a cabinet of curiosities.
Carefully look at the photos, they serve as a description.
Happy end-of-year holidays!
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
0 g
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Title additional information
Beach souvenirs
No. of items
2
Country of Origin
France
Material
mother of pearl
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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