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French Lacquer Glove Box in the Japanese Taste, c. 1880

$335
£256.13
€293.46
CA$472.52
A$514.45
CHF 274.70
MX$6,210.26
NOK 3,453.49
SEK 3,212.15
DKK 2,191.97

About the Item

French black lacquered papier mache glove box with hinged lid decorated in polychrome with scenes of a Japanese market. Red lacquered interior. France, circa 1880.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    There is a hairline crack on the right side of the box, below the lower hinge (see photos for detail). Wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kenilworth, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 15661stDibs: LU6534238116472

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