Napoleon III Reliquary box - Brass, Velvet - 1850-1900 - Crystal Display
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Antique Napoléon III style display reliquary in brass with red velvet lining from France, dating to 1850–1900, featuring three beveled glass panels and an original decorative carry handle.
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Napoléon III-style display reliquary, dating from the 19th century, made of gilded brass and handcrafted glass. It is a delicate vitrine piece originally intended for displaying relics, devotional mementos or small objects of special value, combining decorative elegance and functionality.
Its structure consists of three bevelled glasses of artisanal manufacture that allow perfect viewing of the interior contents. The glasses show slight irregularities, reflections and nuances typical of old glass, adding authenticity and charm to the piece.
The brass frame features careful ornamentation in French taste, with engraved motifs, pearled edges and attractive Rococo-inspired pierced feet. On the top retains its original decorative handle, which facilitates transport and enhances its ornamental character. The interior is lined in red velvet, creating an elegant contrast with the transparency of the glass and the golden tone of the structure.
Thanks to its design as a small inclined display case, it is ideal for presenting medals, relics, antique jewelry, miniatures, sentimental keepsakes or collectible pieces, while also becoming a standout decorative element for display cases, desks or curiosity cabinets.
A piece with great appeal for antique collectors, lovers of Napoleon III style and French historical decoration.
Tracked shipping and careful 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.
Translated by Google TranslateNapoléon III-style display reliquary, dating from the 19th century, made of gilded brass and handcrafted glass. It is a delicate vitrine piece originally intended for displaying relics, devotional mementos or small objects of special value, combining decorative elegance and functionality.
Its structure consists of three bevelled glasses of artisanal manufacture that allow perfect viewing of the interior contents. The glasses show slight irregularities, reflections and nuances typical of old glass, adding authenticity and charm to the piece.
The brass frame features careful ornamentation in French taste, with engraved motifs, pearled edges and attractive Rococo-inspired pierced feet. On the top retains its original decorative handle, which facilitates transport and enhances its ornamental character. The interior is lined in red velvet, creating an elegant contrast with the transparency of the glass and the golden tone of the structure.
Thanks to its design as a small inclined display case, it is ideal for presenting medals, relics, antique jewelry, miniatures, sentimental keepsakes or collectible pieces, while also becoming a standout decorative element for display cases, desks or curiosity cabinets.
A piece with great appeal for antique collectors, lovers of Napoleon III style and French historical decoration.
Tracked shipping and careful 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
1400-1900
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Title additional information
Crystal Display
Material
Brass, Velvet
Country of origin
France
Height
12 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
6 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Style
Antique
Estimated period
1850-1900
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