Palais Royal Paris - Sewing set Napoleon III

Miniature sewing kit in the shape of a carriage - "Palais Royal" - Mother-of-pearl, gilded bronze & rocaille beads - France, 19th century (Restoration / Napoleon III era) Miniature salon sewing kit / miniature carriage or cart porte-à-fouet (carriage) holder. Parisian work in the style of Palais Royal, High Antique 19th century (circa 1830-1860). • Precious materials: Central cup formed by a half-shell of iridescent genuine mother-of-pearl, mounted on a finely chased gilded bronze (ormolu) frame. • The rim is entirely adorned with a meticulous work of old two-tone rocaille seed beads (blue turquoise and white), hand-woven in a very well-preserved checkerboard pattern. • The pierced wheels in rocaille style are centered with a beautiful opaline blue glass paste cabochon. • Presence of the removable central arch and an original twisted front tongue (timon). • Dimensions: Total length of about 16 cm • Condition: Good overall aesthetic condition and superb original gilding patina. The beadwork in a checkerboard pattern is remarkably preserved for its age. Note: the item is presented as-is, sold without its possible animal traction figurine at the front, without a base and without interior accessories (sold as photographed). A very beautiful display piece, highly collectible. Images are part of the description Make up your own mind from the photos Careful and trackable shipping by post Weight of the package with packing: 1 kilo

Estimate:£230.33

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