Box - Fragonard Scene - Bronze - jeweler
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Description from the seller
It is an early 20th-century bronze jewelry box that displays that ornamental aesthetic so characteristic of Central European pieces intended for the dressing table and domestic decoration. The surface, worked in relief, shows a repertoire of botanical motifs and scrolls that expand with almost textile rhythm across the entire box, creating a play of light and shadow that enhances the richness of the metal. In the center of the lid stands the Fragonard-style medallion, a small gallant scene painted on porcelain or enamel, where the figures—with soft gestures, pastel colors, and a romantic atmosphere—evoke the French taste of the 18th century reinterpreted in decorative key during the first third of the 20th century.
The bronze, with its aged golden tone, gives depth and nobility, while the medallion introduces a delicate, almost intimate counterpoint that turns the piece into an object of domestic charm. The construction is solid, with softly rounded edges and a relief that, although elaborate, maintains the elegance and symmetry typical of the workshops that worked on this type of boxes in Germany and France during those years.
Taken together, it is a jewelry box that combines metallic ornamentation, gallant iconography, and historic craftsmanship, a piece that speaks both of the bourgeois taste of the early 20th century and of the persistence of the Fragonard imagery in dressing-table objects.
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Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is an early 20th-century bronze jewelry box that displays that ornamental aesthetic so characteristic of Central European pieces intended for the dressing table and domestic decoration. The surface, worked in relief, shows a repertoire of botanical motifs and scrolls that expand with almost textile rhythm across the entire box, creating a play of light and shadow that enhances the richness of the metal. In the center of the lid stands the Fragonard-style medallion, a small gallant scene painted on porcelain or enamel, where the figures—with soft gestures, pastel colors, and a romantic atmosphere—evoke the French taste of the 18th century reinterpreted in decorative key during the first third of the 20th century.
The bronze, with its aged golden tone, gives depth and nobility, while the medallion introduces a delicate, almost intimate counterpoint that turns the piece into an object of domestic charm. The construction is solid, with softly rounded edges and a relief that, although elaborate, maintains the elegance and symmetry typical of the workshops that worked on this type of boxes in Germany and France during those years.
Taken together, it is a jewelry box that combines metallic ornamentation, gallant iconography, and historic craftsmanship, a piece that speaks both of the bourgeois taste of the early 20th century and of the persistence of the Fragonard imagery in dressing-table objects.
Certified shipping and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
jeweler
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze
Model
Fragonard Scene
Style
Art Nouveau
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
8 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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