Casket (3) - Agate, Crystal, Gilt brass - Fly boxes?





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Lot of three antique boxes from France, dating from about 1800–1850 and 1850–1900, made in agate, crystal and gilded brass, in an antique style.
Description from the seller
Set of three antique boxes made from noble materials.
Europe – 18th / 19th century
Rare set of three antique collectible boxes, showcasing fine craftsmanship and perfect aesthetic coherence. These objects illustrate the refinement of small luxury necessities and boxes produced in Europe between the 18th and 19th centuries.
Contents of the lot
Oval box made of gold-colored metal and banded agate.
Dimensions: approx. 5.5 × 4.2 cm
Finely crafted gold-colored metal frame, with a uniform antique patina.
Functional hinge.
Round crystal-mounted case
Dimensions: approx. 5.2 × 2.3 cm
Small, thick molded crystal box with a gold-colored mount.
The quality of the crystal, its transparency, and its brilliance evoke the work of the great French crystal works of the 19th century, without formal attribution.
Functional hinge.
Antique rectangular box with a gold frame and translucent natural material.
Dimensions: approximately 6.5 × 3.3 cm
Refined box made from a natural translucent material with a warm blonde hue, mounted in a golden structure.
The fineness of craftsmanship, lightness, and style suggest an ancient production, probably from the 18th century, subject to verification.
Unfortunately, over time, some cracks and missing parts have appeared in places. Carefully look at the photos; it is in fairly good condition compared to the other two.
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Era
18th – 19th century (depending on the pieces)
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Condition of preservation
Overall vintage condition.
Presence of traces of use, micro-scratches, abrasions, and patina consistent with age and use for two of them.
Photographs are an integral part of the description.
Set of three antique boxes made from noble materials.
Europe – 18th / 19th century
Rare set of three antique collectible boxes, showcasing fine craftsmanship and perfect aesthetic coherence. These objects illustrate the refinement of small luxury necessities and boxes produced in Europe between the 18th and 19th centuries.
Contents of the lot
Oval box made of gold-colored metal and banded agate.
Dimensions: approx. 5.5 × 4.2 cm
Finely crafted gold-colored metal frame, with a uniform antique patina.
Functional hinge.
Round crystal-mounted case
Dimensions: approx. 5.2 × 2.3 cm
Small, thick molded crystal box with a gold-colored mount.
The quality of the crystal, its transparency, and its brilliance evoke the work of the great French crystal works of the 19th century, without formal attribution.
Functional hinge.
Antique rectangular box with a gold frame and translucent natural material.
Dimensions: approximately 6.5 × 3.3 cm
Refined box made from a natural translucent material with a warm blonde hue, mounted in a golden structure.
The fineness of craftsmanship, lightness, and style suggest an ancient production, probably from the 18th century, subject to verification.
Unfortunately, over time, some cracks and missing parts have appeared in places. Carefully look at the photos; it is in fairly good condition compared to the other two.
⸻
Era
18th – 19th century (depending on the pieces)
⸻
Condition of preservation
Overall vintage condition.
Presence of traces of use, micro-scratches, abrasions, and patina consistent with age and use for two of them.
Photographs are an integral part of the description.

