Box - Empire Mouche, rouge, snuff, pill box - .800 silver - Early 19th Century Paris
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French .800 silver mouche box from Paris, dating to the Consulate/early Empire period (about 1803–1809), a circular snuff/patch box with 4 cm diameter, 1.7 cm height and 29 g weight, bearing period hallmarks and fine engraving in good condition.
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“French silver patch box (mouche box), Paris, Consulate / early Empire period (1803–1809)” – Paris,
Consulate / Early Empire Period (1803-1809)
A charming and early French silver box dating from the Consulate and early Empire period, Paris, circa 1803-1809.
This finely crafted circular box is decorated with elegant hand-engraved ornamentation. The lid features a central floral rosette surrounded by radiating motifs and geometric borders, reflecting the refined neoclassical taste of the Napoleonic era. The body is embellished with delicate engraved details and framed by finely reeded borders.
The piece bears French silver hallmarks including the rooster mark for second standard silver (800/1000) together with Paris guarantee marks used during the first years of the 19th century.
Originally intended as a mouche, patch box, snuff box or small personal container, it is a delightful example of French silversmithing from the Consulate and early Empire period.
Dimensions
Diameter: approx. 4 cm
Height: approx. 1.7 cm
Weight: approx. 29 g
Condition
Very good antique condition with light wear and minor surface marks consistent with age and careful use. The photographs form an integral part of the description.
A rare and elegant early 19th-century French silver object, highly decorative and increasingly difficult to find with original period hallmarks.
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“French silver patch box (mouche box), Paris, Consulate / early Empire period (1803–1809)” – Paris,
Consulate / Early Empire Period (1803-1809)
A charming and early French silver box dating from the Consulate and early Empire period, Paris, circa 1803-1809.
This finely crafted circular box is decorated with elegant hand-engraved ornamentation. The lid features a central floral rosette surrounded by radiating motifs and geometric borders, reflecting the refined neoclassical taste of the Napoleonic era. The body is embellished with delicate engraved details and framed by finely reeded borders.
The piece bears French silver hallmarks including the rooster mark for second standard silver (800/1000) together with Paris guarantee marks used during the first years of the 19th century.
Originally intended as a mouche, patch box, snuff box or small personal container, it is a delightful example of French silversmithing from the Consulate and early Empire period.
Dimensions
Diameter: approx. 4 cm
Height: approx. 1.7 cm
Weight: approx. 29 g
Condition
Very good antique condition with light wear and minor surface marks consistent with age and careful use. The photographs form an integral part of the description.
A rare and elegant early 19th-century French silver object, highly decorative and increasingly difficult to find with original period hallmarks.
Catawiki smart shipping services, insured and well packed.
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Details
Specific region of origin
Paris
Silver type
.800 silver
Gross weight
29 g
Style subtype
Empire
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Early 19th Century Paris
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Silver
Model
Empire Mouche, rouge, snuff, pill box
Style
Antique
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
1.7 cm
Width
4 cm
Depth
4 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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