Description and Details
We are delighted to offer this stunning French vermeil/silvergilt mounted crystal glass box, made in the 19th century.
The box features a wonderful regal design with elegance and opulence combined. Fittingly, the top lid has an engraved coronet of a Duke/Duchess, most likely as part of a large service amongst other wares of a noble family.
The base features a lovely fluted/wrythen decoration presenting a mystical and lustrous aesthetic.
The silver gilt mount is typical of French embellishment of the period with an intricate engine-turned and dotted border combined with a floral and foliate band on top.
Overall, a wonderful piece of 19th-century French antiqueware, ideal for box collections or a single impressive accent piece for the discerning box lover. Furthermore, it may also be used for practical storage of snuff, mints, medication, small jewels etc.
The silver gilt mount is marked with the French boar's head hallmark for silver.
*Please note: all images with other items are for display purposes only, this listing is for the title item only.
Size
- Size (cm) L:5cm W:4cm H:3.5
- Size (inches) H:1.96 W:1.57 D:1.37
- Weight: 90 grams (2.89 Troy oz) total.
Condition
Great Condition - The box remains in great antique condition, with no damage or issues. Minor surface wear commensurate with age; the lid closes smoothly and very tightly.
We aim to overemphasise and state these issues to avoid disappointment and thus please rest assured they are not significant nor do they affect the usage of the items.
Please refer to the photographs to examine the condition in further detail.
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We will always ensure your items are packaged with the utmost care and see the delivery through to the end. In the very rare and unfortunate case of non-delivery/courier loss, you are fully covered with us and we will fully refund you.
*Colours of the product may slightly differ from the photos due to different computer screens & lighting conditions*
- Price negotiations may be possible under certain criteria, please contact us via telephone (07578761640) or email (info@artisanantiques.net) -

























