1880s Antique Jewelry Box French Ormolu Vernis Martin Vitrine Painted by Ch. Olivier

Description

1885-1890s jewelry vitrine is decorated with Rococo scenes and flowers painted by Ch. Olivier.

The shaped top has a beveled … more 1885-1890s jewelry vitrine is decorated with Rococo scenes and flowers painted by Ch. Olivier.

The shaped top has a beveled glass insert set into a wood frame decorated with painted flowers. The lid is hinged and opens to reveal a pink velvet lined interior in which to display your jewelry and romantic keepsakes. A latch resembling a key turns to open and secure the lid and may be seen on the front on the faux drawer front at top.

The locking cabinet door opens to reveal a wood interior with a single shelf for storage. The painting on the front of the door showcases a young lady who appears to be receiving a guitar playing lesson.

The beveled glass insert, faux drawer, and painted door are all framed with gilt bronze trim.

Gilt bronze ormolu mounts protect the knees and feet of the cabriole legs.

The side panels are painted with florals at top and beautiful country scenes below, both paintings framed with gilt bronze trim.

The back is decorated with a painting of flowers framed at the top corners by leafy swags.

Vitrine has a faux craquelure over a vernis Martin finish.

SIZE:

23.25" wide
16" deep
40" high

This vitrine is similar in style to the furniture of Joseph (Julius) Emmanuel Zwiener; Francois Linke; Roux et Brunet; and Theodore Millet.

It will blend well with interiors featuring elements of the eras of Louis Philippe, Louis XIV, and Louis XV; as well as decorative elements such as Rocaille and French Neoclassicism.

Perfect for your Paris Apartment! less