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Mid-19th Century Wooden Coffer Inlaid with Mother-of-Pearl

$7,744.05
£5,753.29
€6,500
CA$10,737.48
A$11,547.26
CHF 6,174.34
MX$139,256.62
NOK 78,078.76
SEK 71,139.80
DKK 49,540.80

About the Item

Sizeable rectangular, wooden coffer with its key. The blackened wood is inlaid with mother-of-pearl and brass. The lid and the main face of the box are richly decorated with gilded rinceau, flowers, and scrolling vegetation. The interior is lined with light-beige velvet, circa 1860 Dimension: W 13 in x D 9.1in x H 5.1in. Dimension: L 33cm x P 23cm x H 13cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.12 in (13 cm)Width: 13 in (33 cm)Depth: 9.06 in (23 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 43031stDibs: LU2065318307862

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