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Antique Ormolu Jewelry Box Casket Bevelled Glass, Cathedral of Metz, France 1900

$160
£121.95
€140.66
CA$227.25
A$244.20
CHF 131.03
MX$2,876.55
NOK 1,647.54
SEK 1,505.01
DKK 1,051.25

About the Item

Antique French Églomisé Casket - Souvenir from France, circa 1900 A charming French antique casket from circa 1900 with gilt brass fittings and clear glass panels. The hinged lid features beveled glass, painted on the reverse (Églomisé), depicting a city's architectural landmark. This elegant casket was sold as a souvenir and combines artistry and craftsmanship in a decorative form. The interior is lined with the original fabric, which provides a gentle contrast to the gleaming brass frame and luminous glass panels. Condition: Good antique condition, consistent with age and use. The fabric interior shows some wear and small cracks. The brass fittings have a light patina. The glass is clear and intact with light surface wear. This Églomisé casket is a beautiful example of early 20th-century French souvenir art. It is ideal as a decorative object or jewelry box and adds a touch of French elegance to any interior. Found at an Estate Sale in the City of Strasbourg in the Alsace Area in France.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 2.38 in (6.05 cm)Depth: 2.13 in (5.42 cm)
  • Style:
    Belle Époque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. With minor signs of wear as expected with age and use. Obviously this item is not new, so please check all photos before purchase.
  • Seller Location:
    Nuernberg, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: RegG_Bo3_gelbki_0071stDibs: LU3998147247752

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