Large Japonisme Moser-Type Bronze Mounted & Enameled Blue Glass Casket Box

Description

A large and very fine 19th century enameled glass casket or glove box.

Typical of the enamel treatments by Ludwig … more A large and very fine 19th century enameled glass casket or glove box.

Typical of the enamel treatments by Ludwig Moser and reminiscent of Baccarat's Japonisme works.

Likely Bohemian, the blue glass box is mounted in a gilt bronze frame with bamboo inspired feet. It is decorated with enameled Japanese figures seated on rugs surrounded by birds and foliage. The female figure balances a bird on her finger, and the male figure is smoking a pipe. There are additional miniature gilded scenes and enameled decoration around the perimeter of the box.

A truly exceptional casket with a very rare subject matter.

Measure: Width ca. 12 1/8 in. less