Palais Royal Paris - Sewing set Napoleon III
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Antique Napoléon III era miniature sewing case in the shape of a gilded bronze and mother-of-pearl and paste bead miniature carriage, by Palais Royal Paris, France, dating to 1850–1900, with a 16 cm length, 8.5 cm depth, 5.5 cm height, crafted in bronze, nacre and beads, in good overall condition with age-related wear and patina.
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Miniature sewing kit in the shape of a carriage - "Palais Royal" - Mother-of-pearl, gilded bronze & rocaille beads - France, 19th century (Restoration / Napoleon III era)
Miniature salon sewing kit / miniature carriage or cart porte-à-fouet (carriage) holder.
Parisian work in the style of Palais Royal, High Antique 19th century (circa 1830-1860).
• Precious materials: Central cup formed by a half-shell of iridescent genuine mother-of-pearl, mounted on a finely chased gilded bronze (ormolu) frame.
• The rim is entirely adorned with a meticulous work of old two-tone rocaille seed beads (blue turquoise and white), hand-woven in a very well-preserved checkerboard pattern.
• The pierced wheels in rocaille style are centered with a beautiful opaline blue glass paste cabochon.
• Presence of the removable central arch and an original twisted front tongue (timon).
• Dimensions: Total length of about 16 cm
• Condition: Good overall aesthetic condition and superb original gilding patina. The beadwork in a checkerboard pattern is remarkably preserved for its age. Note: the item is presented as-is, sold without its possible animal traction figurine at the front, without a base and without interior accessories (sold as photographed). A very beautiful display piece, highly collectible.
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Miniature sewing kit in the shape of a carriage - "Palais Royal" - Mother-of-pearl, gilded bronze & rocaille beads - France, 19th century (Restoration / Napoleon III era)
Miniature salon sewing kit / miniature carriage or cart porte-à-fouet (carriage) holder.
Parisian work in the style of Palais Royal, High Antique 19th century (circa 1830-1860).
• Precious materials: Central cup formed by a half-shell of iridescent genuine mother-of-pearl, mounted on a finely chased gilded bronze (ormolu) frame.
• The rim is entirely adorned with a meticulous work of old two-tone rocaille seed beads (blue turquoise and white), hand-woven in a very well-preserved checkerboard pattern.
• The pierced wheels in rocaille style are centered with a beautiful opaline blue glass paste cabochon.
• Presence of the removable central arch and an original twisted front tongue (timon).
• Dimensions: Total length of about 16 cm
• Condition: Good overall aesthetic condition and superb original gilding patina. The beadwork in a checkerboard pattern is remarkably preserved for its age. Note: the item is presented as-is, sold without its possible animal traction figurine at the front, without a base and without interior accessories (sold as photographed). A very beautiful display piece, highly collectible.
Images are part of the description
Make up your own mind from the photos
Careful and trackable shipping by post
Weight of the package with packing: 1 kilo
Details
Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer/brand
Palais Royal Paris
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Style
Antique
Country of Origin
France
Material
Bronze, nacre, pearls
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
5.5 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
8.5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
