Box - Gilt brass, Elm, Rosewood, Ebony - Loupe d'Orme

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Rectangular box veneered with burr elm, featuring a marquetry lid in brass, ebony and palissandre, made in France in the Napoléon III period (c. 1870–1890), measuring 32 cm by 14 cm by 26 cm and in good used condition with minor interior wear.

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Rectangular box with elm burl veneer, featuring marquetry decoration on the lid (brass, ebony and rosewood).
European work from the late 19th century, Napoleonic III era (approximately 1870–1890).

The box is made of elm burl veneer wood, displaying a warm, handsome tone and the characteristic mottled grain.
The lid is adorned with a central cartouche inlaid with stylized scrollwork in stained wood, framed by a geometric filet. The corners are accented by a slight chamfer, typical of production from this period.

Generally good condition, with some wear and loss, especially inside.

Dimensions: 32 cm x 14 cm x 26 cm

Rectangular box with elm burl veneer, featuring marquetry decoration on the lid (brass, ebony and rosewood).
European work from the late 19th century, Napoleonic III era (approximately 1870–1890).

The box is made of elm burl veneer wood, displaying a warm, handsome tone and the characteristic mottled grain.
The lid is adorned with a central cartouche inlaid with stylized scrollwork in stained wood, framed by a geometric filet. The corners are accented by a slight chamfer, typical of production from this period.

Generally good condition, with some wear and loss, especially inside.

Dimensions: 32 cm x 14 cm x 26 cm

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Brass type
Gilt brass
Wood type
Ebony, Elm, Rosewood
Title additional information
Loupe d'Orme
Country of origin
France
Material
marquetry, Brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Colour
Beige, Brown, Orange
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
14 cm
Width
32 cm
Depth
26 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
FranceVerified
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Objects sold
100%
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