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Oval Haute Tabletterie beauty box from the Napoleonic III era (circa 1870), in gold‑finned brass with glass cabochons, made in France.
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Piece of Haute Tabletterie: Beauty Box "Palais-Royal" – Napoléon III Era
The Spark of the Second Empire in Your Collection
This charming oval box is a masterpiece of delicacy, a testament to the refined lifestyle of the 1860s-1870s. At that time, elegant ladies frequented the luxury boutiques of the Palais-Royal in Paris to discover these objects of virtue, symbols of status and coquettishness.
Exceptional Handcrafted Artisanal Skill
Brass Lacework: Fully handmade, the box features airy fretwork. Each brass thread has been twisted and soldered with a master goldsmith’s precision to create the swirls and arabesques that catch the light.
The Eternal Turquoise Blue: Set with a constellation of 36 cabochons in glass paste, the box displays a brilliant azure blue. Unlike natural stones that dull, this artisanal nineteenth-century glass paste has preserved all its chromatic intensity.
"Prestige" Finish: A rare detail that will delight discerning collectors: the inside of the lid is sealed by a gilded cleanliness plate. This high-end finish, typical of grande-tabletter objects, guarantees a smooth and luxurious setting.
An Object of Rare Authenticity
It is not merely a decorative object; it is a piece that has lived. It preserves in its heart traces of its original cosmetic powder, a "time capsule" that certifies its use and age. Its state of conservation is museum-quality: no missing parts, no substituted cabochon, a perfectly rigid structure and a smoothly dovetailed lid. Powder traces remain in the corners.
Technical Sheet:
Era: Napoléon III (Circa 1870).
Materials: Brass gilded with fine gold, artisanal glass paste.
Condition: Exceptional (100% complete).
Dimensions:
l.6 cm x w.4 cm x h.3 cm - weight: 33 g
Usage: Display piece, vanity jewelry box for handbag or collectible item.
*Presentation image No. 2 generated with AI.
Piece of Haute Tabletterie: Beauty Box "Palais-Royal" – Napoléon III Era
The Spark of the Second Empire in Your Collection
This charming oval box is a masterpiece of delicacy, a testament to the refined lifestyle of the 1860s-1870s. At that time, elegant ladies frequented the luxury boutiques of the Palais-Royal in Paris to discover these objects of virtue, symbols of status and coquettishness.
Exceptional Handcrafted Artisanal Skill
Brass Lacework: Fully handmade, the box features airy fretwork. Each brass thread has been twisted and soldered with a master goldsmith’s precision to create the swirls and arabesques that catch the light.
The Eternal Turquoise Blue: Set with a constellation of 36 cabochons in glass paste, the box displays a brilliant azure blue. Unlike natural stones that dull, this artisanal nineteenth-century glass paste has preserved all its chromatic intensity.
"Prestige" Finish: A rare detail that will delight discerning collectors: the inside of the lid is sealed by a gilded cleanliness plate. This high-end finish, typical of grande-tabletter objects, guarantees a smooth and luxurious setting.
An Object of Rare Authenticity
It is not merely a decorative object; it is a piece that has lived. It preserves in its heart traces of its original cosmetic powder, a "time capsule" that certifies its use and age. Its state of conservation is museum-quality: no missing parts, no substituted cabochon, a perfectly rigid structure and a smoothly dovetailed lid. Powder traces remain in the corners.
Technical Sheet:
Era: Napoléon III (Circa 1870).
Materials: Brass gilded with fine gold, artisanal glass paste.
Condition: Exceptional (100% complete).
Dimensions:
l.6 cm x w.4 cm x h.3 cm - weight: 33 g
Usage: Display piece, vanity jewelry box for handbag or collectible item.
*Presentation image No. 2 generated with AI.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Weight
33 g
Brass type
Gilt brass
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass, Glass
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
3 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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