A magnificent 19th-century French Sèvres porcelain box, richly decorated in deep cobalt blue with raised gilt ornamentation and a signed hand-painted gallant scene on the lid. This impressive 1-piece decorative porcelain box is a refined example of French luxury craftsmanship, combining romantic painted detail, vivid color, and elegant Rococo Revival influence.
The lid features a beautifully painted 18th-century-style gallant scene, showing two women and a gentleman in a lush landscape setting. The painting is artist-signed and rendered with delicate brushwork, soft color, and fine detail, giving the box a highly decorative and collectible character.
The body is finished in classic Sèvres cobalt blue and enhanced with raised gilt foliage, scrollwork, and ornamental accents. The interior is also beautifully decorated with hand-painted floral motifs, making the piece attractive both open and closed. Its generous size gives it strong presence, suitable for display on a console, mantel, dressing table, cabinet, or as part of a fine porcelain collection.
The base bears the classic interlaced double "L" Sèvres mark. The box also retains an additional "Guglianetti Roma–Genova" label with crest, adding further historical interest and provenance appeal.

Details
Date/Period: 19th Century
Origin: France
Maker/Brand: Sèvres, France
Style: Rococo Revival / Louis XVI Decorative Arts
Color: Sèvres Cobalt Blue with Multicolor Hand-Painted Scene and Gilt Accents
Materials: Hand-Painted Porcelain with Gilded Detailing
Category: Decorative Porcelain Box / Jewelry Box / Vanity Box
Number of Pieces: 1
Marks: Interlaced double "L" Sèvres mark; Guglianetti Roma–Genova label with crest
Artwork: Signed hand-painted gallant scene

Approximate Dimensions
Length: 30 cm / 11.8 in
Width: 23 cm / 9 in
Height: 9 cm / 3.5 in

Condition Report
Very good antique condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs observed. The cobalt blue porcelain, raised gilding, and painted decoration remain vivid and beautifully preserved. The hinges function smoothly, and the lid opens and closes securely. The hand-painted lid scene remains bright and detailed. Please review all photos for condition details.

Shipping
Ships from the Netherlands. Professionally packed with custom protective materials for safe transport. Worldwide shipping available with reliable couriers, including tracking and insurance.

A large and elegant 19th-century French Sèvres cobalt blue porcelain box, perfect for collectors of French porcelain, Rococo Revival decorative arts, and refined antique vanity or jewelry boxes.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very good antique condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs observed. The cobalt blue porcelain, raised gilding, and painted decoration remain vivid and beautifully preserved. The hinges function smoothly, and the lid opens and closes securely. The hand-painted lid scene remains bright and detailed. Please review all photos for condition details.

Origin:
France

Creator:
Brand: Manufacture de Sevres

Materials & Techniques:
Porcelain

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very good antique condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs observed. The cobalt blue porcelain, raised gilding, and painted decoration remain vivid and beautifully preserved. The hinges function smoothly, and the lid opens and closes securely. The hand-painted lid scene remains bright and detailed. Please review all photos for condition details.