A Fine Antique French Inlaid Wood Box with Mother of Pearl Decoration and Polychrome Inlay
Code: 15168
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A Fine Antique French Inlaid Wood Box with Mother of Pearl Decoration and Polychrome Inlay
The Lid is Decorated with Mother of Pearl and Polychrome Inlay Depicting Birds, Butterflies and Flowering Branches Arranged Around a Central Oval Cartouche.
The Dark Wood Ground is Enriched with Engraved Foliage, Creating Depth and Contrast Against the Inlay.
The Lid Is Framed by a Simulated Burlwood Border, Set within an Ebonised Surround, and Fitted with a Gilt Metal Lock .
The Elongated Rectangular Form and Silk Interior Suggests Use as a Jewellery Box.
This Type of Decorative Inlay is Characteristic of 19th Century French Luxury Boxes, Reflecting the Period’s Fascination with Naturalistic Motifs and Exotic Materials.
Includes Key (Not Original)
CONDITION: Good, No Chips or Cracks
