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A French bal carnet aide-mémoire in leather with hand-engraved silver plates on both sides, with its original pencil and inner notepad, dating to the late 19th century, in good used condition; measures 11 × 6.5 × 2 cm and weighs 87 g.
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Dance card / French aide-mémoire with silver appliqués – France, late 19th century (c. 1880–1900)
Elegant dance card or French aide-mémoire made of leather with hand-engraved silver plates on both faces.
It retains its original pencil and the interior notepad, characteristic elements of this type of personal objects used by the French bourgeoisie and high society in the late 19th century.
The decoration stands out for its excellent engraving quality. On the front, there is an allegorical composition formed by a parchment scroll, writing tools, brushes and floral motifs, symbols related to knowledge, education and the arts.
This decorative language was very popular in Belle Époque France and has affinity with the iconography used by the era's intellectual and artistic circles.
The silver plates carry two French hallmarks.
The interior preserves the original silk pocket, the pencil holder and the notepad, greatly increasing its appeal for collectors of desk objects, travel items, and personal accessories from the 19th century.
An elegant, refined piece representative of French craftsmanship from the late 19th century.
Condition: good overall condition, with wear consistent with age, small signs of use and slight aging visible on the leather and the interior lining, as shown in the photographs.
Measures:
• Length: 11 cm
• Width: 6.5 cm
• Thickness: 2 cm
• Weight: 87 g
Dance card / French aide-mémoire with silver appliqués – France, late 19th century (c. 1880–1900)
Elegant dance card or French aide-mémoire made of leather with hand-engraved silver plates on both faces.
It retains its original pencil and the interior notepad, characteristic elements of this type of personal objects used by the French bourgeoisie and high society in the late 19th century.
The decoration stands out for its excellent engraving quality. On the front, there is an allegorical composition formed by a parchment scroll, writing tools, brushes and floral motifs, symbols related to knowledge, education and the arts.
This decorative language was very popular in Belle Époque France and has affinity with the iconography used by the era's intellectual and artistic circles.
The silver plates carry two French hallmarks.
The interior preserves the original silk pocket, the pencil holder and the notepad, greatly increasing its appeal for collectors of desk objects, travel items, and personal accessories from the 19th century.
An elegant, refined piece representative of French craftsmanship from the late 19th century.
Condition: good overall condition, with wear consistent with age, small signs of use and slight aging visible on the leather and the interior lining, as shown in the photographs.
Measures:
• Length: 11 cm
• Width: 6.5 cm
• Thickness: 2 cm
• Weight: 87 g
Details
Colour
Silver
Material
Leather, Silver
Condition
Good condition, used with some signs of wear
Height
11 cm
Width
6.5 cm
Era
1400-1900
Number of items
1
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