Hobby box - Papier-mache

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Description from the seller

Lacquered French storage box, attributed to Pont-à-Mousson production (Lorraine), ca. late 19th century (c. 1880–1900).

Hand-painted with figurative scenes inspired by the East, in polychrome on a black background, in keeping with European taste for chinoiserie.

The work features continuous narrative composition, with figures in motion and attention to detail.


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Material: paper mache
Weight: 235 g
Dimensions: 3 x 22 x 10 cm (H x L x W)
Condition: fair, with signs of wear and visible aging, appropriate for its age

Lacquered French storage box, attributed to Pont-à-Mousson production (Lorraine), ca. late 19th century (c. 1880–1900).

Hand-painted with figurative scenes inspired by the East, in polychrome on a black background, in keeping with European taste for chinoiserie.

The work features continuous narrative composition, with figures in motion and attention to detail.


» Technical details »

Material: paper mache
Weight: 235 g
Dimensions: 3 x 22 x 10 cm (H x L x W)
Condition: fair, with signs of wear and visible aging, appropriate for its age

Details

Era
1400-1900
Paper type
Papier-mache
Specific region of origin
Pont-à-Mousson
Country of Origin
France
Material
European "Lacquer", Paper
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
3 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
PortugalVerified
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Objects sold
96.3%
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