Spring, TX
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A very charming small enamel container with silver mounts
It is an 18th century Etui, a small ornamental silver case …
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A very charming small enamel container with silver mounts
It is an 18th century Etui, a small ornamental silver case for holding needles, cosmetics and other small articles or a perfume necessaire
Skillfully rendered in polychrome enamels romantic images, a courting couple at one side and a Rococo girl with a fan at the other, against a white background, all using typical for the period and style rocailles and asymmetrical patterns
The interior is enameled in turquoise blue
Circa 1730's-1740's, possibly French
Measurements: Approx. 2.75" tall x 1.75" x 0.75"
Weighs about 1 5/8 oz. - 46 gr.
Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Silver parts are tarnished, but with no problems and the enamels show typical for the age craquelure, minor and unobtrusive. All original
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- Dimensions
- 1.75ʺW × 0.75ʺD × 2.75ʺH
- Styles
- Rococo
- Period
- Early 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Enamel
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- Very Good overall. Please see photos. Silver parts are tarnished, but with no problems and the enamels show typical for … moreVery Good overall. Please see photos. Silver parts are tarnished, but with no problems and the enamels show typical for the age craquelure, minor and unobtrusive. All original less
Spring, TX
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