Napoleon III Openwork Gilt Bronze / Silver Case With Sèvres Plate

Rare Coffret Napoléon III En Bronze Doré Ajouré Et Porcelaine Peinte , Style Louis XV

Elegant casket in finely chased gilt bronze and richly openworkdecorated with foliage and scrolls in the Rocaille style.Rocaille.

Thelid is adorned with a remarkable panel of hand-painted porcelaindecorated with a delicate bouquet of flowers on a celestial blue backgroundcelestial blue background enhanced by gold fillets and ornaments.

The interior, lined with imitation tortoiseshell, bears witness to the care and attentionto this refined creation, designed to hold jewels,or precious objects.

The interior is lined with an imitation tortoiseshell lining.

Resting on four small shell feet, the quality of the workmanship is remarkableand perfectly illustrates the Second Empire's taste for luxuriousEmpire's taste for luxurious interpretations of Louis XV designs.

Era: Napoleon III, circa 1850-1880.
Origin: French work.
Materials: Gilt bronze, hand-painted porcelain, tortoiseshell or imitation tortoiseshell interior.
Condition: Very good condition, wear consistent with age.

A highly elegant decorative object, ideal for a collection of Napoleon III objets d'art or a Louis XV-style interior.