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Belle Époque ballroom carnet dating to the late 19th/early 20th century, made in celluloid with silver inlays and mother‑of‑pearl in a floral Art Nouveau design, measuring 10 cm by 7 cm.
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Art Nouveau Ballot Notebook – Celluloid, Silver and Mother-of-Pearl – Turin, Belle Époque (1890-1910)
Object Description
Elegant and refined Ballot Notebook (Carnet de Bal) dating from the late 19th or early 20th century, a splendid example of a worldly accessory from the Belle Époque.
The item features an ivory-colored celluloid cover, a material avant-garde at the time and of great value, finely decorated with silver inlays and mother-of-pearl applications. The floral decoration, with tendrils and leaves, is in full Art Nouveau (Liberty) style, characterized by sinuous and naturalistic lines.
Interior and Historical Content
The interior is lined with fine original pink silk, with compartments that still retain the charm of the era.
Pages: the original note sheets for recording dances are present.
Closure: Equipped with a side loop for a pencil (not present).
Unique Element: Inside is housed an original period business card belonging to the owner lady: "Amalia Negri - Torino". This detail gives the object exceptional historical and collectible value, placing it in the context of the Turin high society of the early 20th century.
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Art Nouveau Ballot Notebook – Celluloid, Silver and Mother-of-Pearl – Turin, Belle Époque (1890-1910)
Object Description
Elegant and refined Ballot Notebook (Carnet de Bal) dating from the late 19th or early 20th century, a splendid example of a worldly accessory from the Belle Époque.
The item features an ivory-colored celluloid cover, a material avant-garde at the time and of great value, finely decorated with silver inlays and mother-of-pearl applications. The floral decoration, with tendrils and leaves, is in full Art Nouveau (Liberty) style, characterized by sinuous and naturalistic lines.
Interior and Historical Content
The interior is lined with fine original pink silk, with compartments that still retain the charm of the era.
Pages: the original note sheets for recording dances are present.
Closure: Equipped with a side loop for a pencil (not present).
Unique Element: Inside is housed an original period business card belonging to the owner lady: "Amalia Negri - Torino". This detail gives the object exceptional historical and collectible value, placing it in the context of the Turin high society of the early 20th century.
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Details
Era
1400-1900
Colour
Silver
Pattern
Floral
Material
celluloid
Condition
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Height
10 cm
Width
7 cm
