Decorative ornament - France - watch box

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Dési van Rhee
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Estimate  € 250 - € 300
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Antique, rareBoîte porte montre display box from France dating to 1850–1900, made of facet-cut glass and brass and bronze, with a movable holder inside and a decorative curved hanging hook, dimensions 15.5 cm high, 6.8 cm wide, 6 cm deep, and a small chip at the top corner of the glass.

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Antique, rare, pocket watch stand; also known as boîte porte montre. The item is made of faceted glass and chased brass and bronze. Inside the display case two cupids carry the actual pocket watch holder. With a simple movement you move this holder upward, after which you can hang the pocket watch safely and dust-free. The holder features a gracefully curved hanging bracket with a round eye, decorative bead edge, and refined ornaments. This is an item you will rarely come across and which certainly can be a valuable addition to your collection. The glass has a small chip at the top corner. Carefully packaged and sent by registered mail, insured. Photos complete this description.

Antique, rare, pocket watch stand; also known as boîte porte montre. The item is made of faceted glass and chased brass and bronze. Inside the display case two cupids carry the actual pocket watch holder. With a simple movement you move this holder upward, after which you can hang the pocket watch safely and dust-free. The holder features a gracefully curved hanging bracket with a round eye, decorative bead edge, and refined ornaments. This is an item you will rarely come across and which certainly can be a valuable addition to your collection. The glass has a small chip at the top corner. Carefully packaged and sent by registered mail, insured. Photos complete this description.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Glass type
Beveled
Title additional information
watch box
Material
Brass, Glass
Country of origin
France
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
15.5 cm
Width
6.8 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
Sold by
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Objects sold
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