Two Blackened Wood Boxes With Boulle Marquetry Decoration - 19th Century

Nice set consisting of two antique blackened wood chests, adorned with brass decorations in the taste of Boulle marquetry, of Napoleon III inspiration.

• The first, of elongated rectangular form, features elegant central cartouche decoration inlaid with brass and rosewood, framed by gilded fillets.
• The second, smaller, adopts a compact form with similar decoration, including a central cartouche bearing a decorative inscription.

Both cases are embellished with brass fillets, bronze keyways and original hinges.
The interior of the smaller case is fitted with compartment and trim.

• Large casket: approx. 20 x 13 cm
• Small casket: approx. 11 x 7 cm

Used condition:

• wear and rubbing of the blackened wood
• slight alterations to the inlaid decoration

Nice overall decorative appearance.

Nineteenth century, Napoleon III period.

Charming decorative duo in the Boulle taste, ideal for collection or cabinet of curiosities.