Antique French Porcelain-Mounted Champlevé and Onyx Casket, 19th Century

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A superb quality French Porcelain-Mounted Champlevé enamel and Onyx Casket, circa 1870 in date. The stunning casket is of of … Read more A superb quality French Porcelain-Mounted Champlevé enamel and Onyx Casket, circa 1870 in date. The stunning casket is of of serpentine oval form. The hinged cover is set with a truly beautiful panel depicting Watteauesque figures within colourful foliate borders. The lid opens to reveal the original button backed silk lined interior and the casket is raised on ormolu bun feet. Provenance: Corby Castle, Carlisle, England Lord and Lady Ballyedmond Condition: In good condition. As an antique item, the piece shows signs of use commensurate with age, these minor condition issues are mentioned for accuracy and, as seen in the accompanying photographs, it displays beautifully.

Dimensions in cm: Height 13 cm x Width 30 cm x Depth 22 cm See less