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Antique Napoléon III style rectangular box in blackened wood with brass inlays, dating from c. 1850–1900, of French origin, measuring 22 cm wide, 15 cm deep and 10 cm high, weighing 544 g, equipped with a functional clover-shaped key.
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Elegant Napoleon III-style box in ebonized wood with brass fillets – 19th century
Charming rectangular box from the Napoleonic III era (Second Empire, around 1860–1880). This box, probably originally intended for jewelry or small correspondence, is a fine example of the craftsmanship of French tabletterie in the 19th century.
Exterior: Crafted from darkened wood (ebony or stained pear) with a varnished finish. The lid and the front panel are adorned with double brass inlays, framing a central cartouche (crest) in brass that is free of any engraving.
• Interior: entirely padded/upholstered with cream-colored moiré paper or fabric.
Locksmithing: lock entry with an escutcheon. Main advantage: the case is supplied with its functional key (clover-shaped).
• Overall condition: Good condition for an object over 150 years old.
• Details to note: Presence of light signs of wear and minor chips in the varnish/wood at the corners (see photos). The brass veneer is well preserved but two fine strips are missing. The interior is sound with a charming patina of wear.
Elegant Napoleon III-style box in ebonized wood with brass fillets – 19th century
Charming rectangular box from the Napoleonic III era (Second Empire, around 1860–1880). This box, probably originally intended for jewelry or small correspondence, is a fine example of the craftsmanship of French tabletterie in the 19th century.
Exterior: Crafted from darkened wood (ebony or stained pear) with a varnished finish. The lid and the front panel are adorned with double brass inlays, framing a central cartouche (crest) in brass that is free of any engraving.
• Interior: entirely padded/upholstered with cream-colored moiré paper or fabric.
Locksmithing: lock entry with an escutcheon. Main advantage: the case is supplied with its functional key (clover-shaped).
• Overall condition: Good condition for an object over 150 years old.
• Details to note: Presence of light signs of wear and minor chips in the varnish/wood at the corners (see photos). The brass veneer is well preserved but two fine strips are missing. The interior is sound with a charming patina of wear.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
544 g
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Title additional information
Box
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
France
Material
Brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Colour
Black
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
10 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
15 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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