Napoleon III Porcelain Inset Bronze Jewelry Box
Napoleon III Porcelain Inset Bronze Jewelry Box
c. 1870–1890, French
Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown European
Marking(s); notes: None; French Napoleon III style, circa 1870–1890; late 19th century
Materials: bronze, hand-painted porcelain, black velvet
Cataloger Note: Antique European Napoleon III-style bronze vanity or jewelry box of circular form, featuring a domed porcelain portrait plaque depicting a young woman in late Victorian attire. The finely painted miniature is set within an ornate bronze surround, with repeating palmette motifs and beaded borders decorating the exterior. The hinged lid features a projecting thumb-piece lift tab and a continuous piano-style hinge. The interior is fitted with black velvet lining for the storage of jewelry and small personal accessories.
H. 1.75" x 3" diameter.
Condition
Good condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
Napoleon III Porcelain Inset Bronze Jewelry Box
c. 1870–1890, French
Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown European
Marking(s); notes: None; French Napoleon III style, circa 1870–1890; late 19th century
Materials: bronze, hand-painted porcelain, black velvet
Cataloger Note: Antique European Napoleon III-style bronze vanity or jewelry box of circular form, featuring a domed porcelain portrait plaque depicting a young woman in late Victorian attire. The finely painted miniature is set within an ornate bronze surround, with repeating palmette motifs and beaded borders decorating the exterior. The hinged lid features a projecting thumb-piece lift tab and a continuous piano-style hinge. The interior is fitted with black velvet lining for the storage of jewelry and small personal accessories.
H. 1.75" x 3" diameter.
Condition
Good condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
