Description
Stunning jewelry box , in the Boulle style , very elegantly decorated with brass and mother of pearl marquetry on black wood , the result is beautiful , the box has it s original inside in velvet and it s key , you will find on top a lovely monogram as well . The Boulle style became famous with the cabinet maker Charle Boulle that created that style and worked for the kings of France during the 1700 hundreds , since this style was used over the time to come back very strongly during the mid 1800 hundreds under Napoleon III . The piece we have here is from the 1800 hundreds and signed by the maker Vervelle Aine that was very famous by it s extreme quality in that style , he participate and won prices for it s Boulle style objects and furnitures at several Universal Exhibitions in Paris during the 1800 hundreds . we have here an excellent example when you look at how all the details a taking care off , in the iron work or the marquetry all is master piece . Size 9 " L x 6" D x 2"H . Perfect anywhere or just as a piece of art , this piece will bring an unique elegance in any place
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very minor crackling on the top and some minor discoloration in the max all due to the natural process of aging and not disturbing from the beauty of the piece , so we can consider this piece is excellent antique condition , please refer to pictures for coloring and condition
Origin:
France
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: France
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Very minor crackling on the top and some minor discoloration in the max all due to the natural process of aging and not disturbing from the beauty of the piece , so we can consider this piece is excellent antique condition , please refer to pictures for coloring and condition
Origin:
France
Materials & Techniques:
Brass, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Details:
Country of Origin: France
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Very minor crackling on the top and some minor discoloration in the max all due to the natural process of aging and not disturbing from the beauty of the piece , so we can consider this piece is excellent antique condition , please refer to pictures for coloring and condition
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
2 x 9 x 6 in
Mid 19th Century Napoleon III Boulle Style Ormolu Jewelry Box
Estimate $1,500-$3,680
Starting Bid
$750
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