Original upholstered cushion in red silk in fair condition.
Late 19th century, Napoleon III.
Dimensions: H 7 x W 8 x D 8 cm
Glass and brass boxes dating from the Napoleon III era (1852-1870), appeared and became popular in France during this period. This era was marked by a pronounced taste for eclecticism, refinement and innovation in the decorative arts. Craftsmen competed in creativity to produce luxurious objects, often intended for the rising bourgeoisie and the aristocracy.