"Pair Of Cups, Napoleon III Ring Sizes – Butterfly Wings, Brass Setting"
Rare pair of footed bowls, ring holders with natural decoration of tropical butterfly wings included under domed glass. Each piece features a meticulous radial composition, highlighting the beauty of the patterns and iridescent reflections of the wings (morpho, caligo, etc.). The gilt brass mount is finely beaded and rests on a matching pedestal. Delicate and refined work of salon curiosity, typical of the 19th century taste for exotic and scientific objects. A very beautiful collector's piece, decorative and poetic. Good overall condition, light wear to the patina, micro-scratches of use under the glass 
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