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Description
The box is crafted in gold in oval shape, and decorated all over in enamel. The upper side features a central still life scene of musical instruments and flowers on a lilac ground, which is bordered by interlaced flowers and foliage on a pink ground. The edges feature further scrolling foliage on a lilac ground bordering four floral still life scenes, each set on a pink ground. The box opens with a hinge with a wave-form opening all around, which reveals a gold interior. The box is marked to the inner rim with French import marks.
Details
Country of Origin
Date of Manufacture
c. 1830
Period
Style
Materials
Colour
Dimensions
Height
2 cm / 0.8 inches
Width
8.5 cm / 3.1 inches
Depth
6 cm / 2.4 inches
Weight
121 g
Reference:
15461
