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Jewelry box with beveled glass panels and a brass frame. Please note a small chip on one of the glass panels. Blue silk cushion as is.
Late 19th century, Napoleon III period.
Dimensions: H 5.5 x W 9.3 x D 6.5 cm
Glass and brass boxes dating from the Napoleon III era (1852–1870) emerged and became popular in France during this period. This era was marked by a strong taste for eclecticism, refinement, and innovation in the decorative arts. Artisans competed in creativity to produce luxurious objects, often intended for the rising bourgeoisie and the aristocracy.
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