Pair of French epaulettes – E. Bidal, Paris – State / Military uniform – 19th century - Military accessories

Pair of French epaulettes – E. Bidal, Paris – state and military uniform – 19th century

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Object type: epaulettes (shoulder pieces), pair
• Uniform type: state or military uniform (used for representation purposes and not for field uniform)
Manufacturer: E. Bidal, Paris
Labeling: Original manufacturer's label present in the storage box.
Dating: 19th century (approximate middle to second half).
Origin: France, Paris
Material: textile, metal threads (gold bullion), metal buttons.
Color: gold-colored
Finish: handmade, heavy Bouillon fringes.
Condition: good age-appropriate condition; patina, slight discolorations, fringes mostly complete.
• Accessory: original storage box with manufacturer label

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This pair of high-quality epaulettes dates from the 19th century and is clearly of French origin. The original storage box bears a manufacturer's label from E. Bidal, Paris, a well-known supplier of military and official uniforms, located on Rue de Richelieu near the Théâtre Français.

The epaulettes, richly decorated with gold-colored Bouillon fringes, were worn as representative shoulder accessories on a state or military uniform and are typical for ceremonial occasions. The craftsmanship, dense metal fringes, and well-preserved textile body attest to high-quality Parisian manufacture. An authentic and collector's attractive uniform accessory with secured provenance.