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An exquisite lacquered French papier-mâché tray having fine marquetry of abalone shells depicting forget-me-not flowers and foliage with additional finely …
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An exquisite lacquered French papier-mâché tray having fine marquetry of abalone shells depicting forget-me-not flowers and foliage with additional finely painted detail, further decorated with shell mosaics along the outer border enhanced with finely gilded motifs, painted leaves and highlights of red flowers. It is a lovely feast for the eyes. Circa 1848-1870.
20th century French shipper's paper label attached to underside.
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- Dimensions
- 15.75ʺW × 21.5ʺD × 1.5ʺH
- Styles
- Napoleon III
- Period
- Mid 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Lacquer
- Paper Mache
- Shell
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Black
- Condition Notes
- In good antique condition, some wear consistent with age, some craquerlure lines, scuffs to underside. In good antique condition, some wear consistent with age, some craquerlure lines, scuffs to underside. less
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