Side table - Drum - Walnut

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Description from the seller

It is a piece that fits squarely into the refined elegance of the Napoleon III style, that French taste from the late 19th and early 20th centuries for combining luxury, artisanal precision and an almost museological air. This glass and brass display case belongs to that tradition: a small piece of furniture-object designed to enhance what it contains as much as to show itself off.

The structure is formed by a finely worked brass framework, with a soft gold that is slightly aged, bringing warmth without loudness. The edges are clean, geometric, but with that discreet ornamental touch that characterizes the Second Empire. The glass panels, completely transparent, allow a full view of the interior, as if it were a miniature showcase for jewels, small collectible items, or delicate memories.

It rises on four small spherical feet, a detail very typical of Napoleon III, which provides visual lightness and makes the case an almost architectural object. The upper lid, also in glass, integrates precisely with the structure, reinforcing the sense of a well-built, solid and elegant piece.

Together, it is a display piece that combines functionality and decorative presence, perfect for highlighting any special object. A piece from the early 20th century that keeps intact the charm of the Napoleon III style, with its blend of restrained luxury and impeccable craftsmanship.

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It is a piece that fits squarely into the refined elegance of the Napoleon III style, that French taste from the late 19th and early 20th centuries for combining luxury, artisanal precision and an almost museological air. This glass and brass display case belongs to that tradition: a small piece of furniture-object designed to enhance what it contains as much as to show itself off.

The structure is formed by a finely worked brass framework, with a soft gold that is slightly aged, bringing warmth without loudness. The edges are clean, geometric, but with that discreet ornamental touch that characterizes the Second Empire. The glass panels, completely transparent, allow a full view of the interior, as if it were a miniature showcase for jewels, small collectible items, or delicate memories.

It rises on four small spherical feet, a detail very typical of Napoleon III, which provides visual lightness and makes the case an almost architectural object. The upper lid, also in glass, integrates precisely with the structure, reinforcing the sense of a well-built, solid and elegant piece.

Together, it is a display piece that combines functionality and decorative presence, perfect for highlighting any special object. A piece from the early 20th century that keeps intact the charm of the Napoleon III style, with its blend of restrained luxury and impeccable craftsmanship.

Certified shipping and good packaging.

Seller's Story

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Details

Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Regency Style
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Model
Drum
Material
Walnut
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
61 cm
Width
51 cm
Depth
51 cm
Estimated period
Early 20th Century
SpainVerified
3105
Objects sold
90.17%
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