Box - Wood, Brass - Gift box
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Antique Napoléon III era work box from 1850–1900, made of wood and brass with butterfly marquetry, dimensions 20.5 × 13.5 × 5 cm, France, in good used condition with minor signs of aging.
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Napoleon III Era Working Box
Elegant rectangular box with cut corners in precious wood veneer (probably rosewood and rosewood burl). The lid features a rich marquetry design of butterfly wings in framing stripes, centered by a Rocaille brass cartouche (monogram-free).
The opening is operated by a push-button mechanism on the front. The interior, finished in mahogany, is divided into three compartments. The edges are highlighted by metal protective brass mouldings.
Era: Second half of the 19th century (circa 1870).
Condition:
• Good overall condition of the marquetry and varnish.
• Push-button mechanism.
• Very small veneer lifts and signs of wear consistent with age.
• Overall in good used condition.
Dimensions: 20.5 cm x 13.5 x 5 cm
Napoleon III Era Working Box
Elegant rectangular box with cut corners in precious wood veneer (probably rosewood and rosewood burl). The lid features a rich marquetry design of butterfly wings in framing stripes, centered by a Rocaille brass cartouche (monogram-free).
The opening is operated by a push-button mechanism on the front. The interior, finished in mahogany, is divided into three compartments. The edges are highlighted by metal protective brass mouldings.
Era: Second half of the 19th century (circa 1870).
Condition:
• Good overall condition of the marquetry and varnish.
• Push-button mechanism.
• Very small veneer lifts and signs of wear consistent with age.
• Overall in good used condition.
Dimensions: 20.5 cm x 13.5 x 5 cm
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Title additional information
Gift box
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Brass, Wood
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
5 cm
Width
20.5 cm
Depth
13.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
