Napoleon III Period Boulle Marquetry Box In The Louis XIV Style

Napoleon III case in Boulle marquetry and gilt bronze

ElegantNapoleon III period case in blackened wood, richly decorated with sumptuousmarquetry combining engraved brass and red-tinted tortoiseshell.background.
The Louis XIV-inspired decoration features fine foliage, birds, masks and figures in reserves,mascarons and figures in lively, finely executed reserves.fine craftsmanship.

Thecasket rests on four finely chased ormolu feet and ends with beautifuland ends with fine quality entrances and applied ornaments.
The lid with its central decoration animated by figures and birds brings great elegance to the ensemble.

French work from the second half of the 19th century, Napoleon III period.

Very beautiful collectible or decorative object, ideal in a cabinet, office or library.

Condition: good overall condition, with some traces of use and minor wear consistent with the period.
Dimensions: to be completed.

Key words searched:
Boulle, Napoleon III, antique chest, brass tortoiseshell marquetry, gilt bronze gilded bronze, cabinet of curiosities, writing case, collector's box, Louis XIV style.Louis XIV.

The original key is present but the lock does not work

dim: 33 cm long x 27 cm deep x 14.5 cm high