Coffret Napoléon III Signed Tahan à Paris Porcelain Marquetry - Rosewood And Do Bronzes

Elegant rosewood-veneered movement-shaped box, richly adorned with finely chased gilded bronzes and a remarkable porcelain marquetry with polychrome floral decoration.

This refined piece bears the signature of the prestigious Maison Tahan in Paris, a famous cabinetmaker and luxury supplier under the Second Empire, renowned for its creations for aristocratic and imperial clientele.

The central decoration is what makes this piece so interesting: a delicate floral composition in genuine porcelain inlaid into the veneer, using the particularly sophisticated process found on some of Tahan's high-end productions in the mid-19th century.

This "porcelain marquetry" technique - rare and costly to produce - perfectly illustrates the Second Empire's taste for precious materials, decorative contrasts and the refinement of Parisian decorative arts.

The richness of the rosewood veining, the elegance of the curved curve and the quality of the gilded bronzes underline the luxurious character of this creation.

The interior retains a presentation in keeping with the original spirit; however, the textile base has been replaced in the past, a customary restoration frequently encountered on this type of precious box intended for everyday use.

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