Napoleon III Papier-Mâché Catchall, France, 1880

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Elegant french napoleon iii papier-mâché catchall dating from the late 19th century. The piece features a deep black lacquered finish … Read more Elegant french napoleon iii papier-mâché catchall dating from the late 19th century. The piece features a deep black lacquered finish enhanced by delicate gilt decoration and mother-of-pearl inlays. Its sculptural, scalloped form is divided into several radiating compartments, each embellished with finely painted floral motifs and shimmering inlaid details. The central medallion presents an intricate figurative scene, while the raised back incorporates an openwork handle for easy carrying. A richly decorative example of napoleon iii craftsmanship, combining an elaborate silhouette with the refined contrast of black lacquer, gold and iridescent mother-of-pearl. Style : napoleon iii second empire victorian key features : france, circa 1880 papier-mâché construction black lacquered finish mother-of-pearl inlays gilt painted decoration figurative central scene floral motifs multiple radiating compartments scalloped and lobed silhouette openwork carrying handle late 19th-century french craftsmanship decorative and functional object keywords : napoleon iii catchall, french papier mâché, papier mâché tray, 19th century french decor, circa 1880, second empire decorative object, black lacquer catchall, mother of pearl inlay, mother of pearl tray, gilt decorated tray, french victorian decor, antique catchall, antique french tray, napoleon iii decorative arts, black and gold tray, french lacquerware, scalloped tray, compartment tray, antique papier mâché, french mother of pearl, victorian papier mâché, 1880s french decorative object. See less