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French Palais Royal Egg-shaped Opaline Glass Casket with Gilt Ormulu Mounts, Circa 1860
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French Palais Royal Egg-shaped Opaline Glass Casket with Gilt Ormulu Mounts, Circa 1860

19th century
Sold 26 November 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This is a rare and rather exquisite French Palais Royal ormulu mounted casket. The egg-shaped opaline milk glass body having a gilt ormulu hinged lid with elaborate handles and decorations. Raised on a circular alabaster base.

Condition:

Very good.

Glass in perfect condition. No chips or cracks.

Strong hinge.

Ormulu decorations in good condition.

Dimensions:

Height: 7.5cm / 3.4 inches.

Length: 11cm / 4.3 inches.

Base diameter: 6cm / 2.5 inches.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Opaline Glass Trinket Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1103256
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT61
Description
This is a rare and rather exquisite French Palais Royal ormulu mounted casket.
“
The egg-shaped opaline milk glass body having a gilt ormulu hinged lid with elaborate handles and decorations.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

Raised on a circular alabaster base.

fig 1. An oval white opaline glass egg-shaped casket set within decorative gilt ormulu mounts and a circular base.
fig 1. French Palais Royal Egg-shaped Opaline Glass Casket with Gilt Ormulu Mounts, Circa 1860

Condition:

Very good.

Glass in perfect condition. No chips or cracks.

Strong hinge.

Ormulu decorations in good condition.

Dimensions:

Height: 7.5cm / 3.4 inches.

Length: 11cm / 4.3 inches.

Base diameter: 6cm / 2.5 inches.

fig 2. An oval white opaline glass egg-shaped casket set within decorative gilt ormulu mounts and a circular base.
fig 2. French Palais Royal Egg-shaped Opaline Glass Casket with Gilt Ormulu Mounts, Circa 1860

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £25 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Opaline Glass Trinket Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1103256
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT61
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Archive I An oval white opaline glass egg-shaped casket set within decorative gilt ormulu mounts and a circular base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Palais Royal Egg-shaped Opaline Glass Casket with Gilt Ormulu Mounts, Circa 1860

Archive II An oval white opaline glass egg-shaped casket set within decorative gilt ormulu mounts and a circular base. View II
Archive III An oval white opaline glass egg-shaped casket set within decorative gilt ormulu mounts and a circular base. View III
Archive IV An oval white opaline glass egg-shaped casket set within decorative gilt ormulu mounts and a circular base. View IV
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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Items Sold 2,220
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An oval white opaline glass egg-shaped casket set within decorative gilt ormulu mounts and a circular base.
FRENCH PALAIS ROYAL EGG-SHAPED OPALINE GLASS CASKET WITH GILT ORMULU MOUNTS, CIRCA 1860
Ref: SA1103256
An oval white opaline glass egg-shaped casket set within decorative gilt ormulu mounts and a circular base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTrinket Box
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNapoleon III / Palais Royal
  • MaterialOpaline glass, Ormolu, Brass, Marble
  • ColourWhite and Gold
  • MotifsEgg shape, Scalloped ormolu border, Twisted wire handles, Fluted pedestal base
  • SizeH 7.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

French opaline glass gained immense popularity during the Restoration and Napoleon III periods, renowned for its opaque, pastel, and white hues resembling precious opal. Often retailed in high-end boutiques around the Palais Royal in Paris, these pieces served as luxury souvenirs and vanity items for the affluent elite.

These items are crafted from blown opaline glass, characterised by its dense, milky opacity achieved through bone ash or other agents. The glass is mounted in finely cast, fire-gilded brass known as ormolu, often featuring hinged lids and decorative filigree borders.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-blown glass characteristics such as pontil marks on the base, minor air bubbles, and slight asymmetry. The ormolu mounts should display crisp, detailed chasing and genuine mercury or fire gilding with appropriate age-related wear, rather than modern electroplating.

This type of decorative object adds a touch of historical refinement when placed on a dressing table, mantlepiece, or display cabinet. Its reflective glass and metallic ormolu elements contrast well against clean modern surfaces or sit comfortably within eclectic and maximalist schemes.

Clean the glass gently using a soft cloth slightly dampened with lukewarm water and mild soap, avoiding harsh chemicals that could damage the surface. The ormolu mounts should be dusted dry with a soft brush, taking care not to let moisture seep between the glass and metal components.
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