Snuffbox, Silver, Niello, Louis Alexandre Bruneau, France, Circa 1850
Artist: Louis Alexandre Bruneau
Rectangular snuffbox decorated with a multitude of geometric motifs. The four-sided lid features an elaborate figurative scene depicting a bourgeois company dancing. Framed by a leafy border, this composition testifies to the refined decorative talent of the craftsman.
This box comes from the workshop of Louis Alexandre Bruneau, a Parisian silverware maker active in the mid-19th century. His work is featured in the permanent exhibition of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
Punca: Minerva head, post-1838.
France, circa 1850.
Silver, title 800.
Niello, gilding.
Dimensions: 2 cm x 9 cm x 5 cm.
Condition: good.
This box comes from the workshop of Louis Alexandre Bruneau, a Parisian silverware maker active in the mid-19th century. His work is featured in the permanent exhibition of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
Punca: Minerva head, post-1838.
France, circa 1850.
Silver, title 800.
Niello, gilding.
Dimensions: 2 cm x 9 cm x 5 cm.
Condition: good.
1 000 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Louis Philippe, Charles 10th
Condition: Good condition
Material: Silver metal
Length: 9
Width: 5
Height: 2
Reference (ID): 1759488
Availability: In stock
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