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Rare and Fabulous 19th C. French Large Casket or Glove Box, C 1890
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Rare and Fabulous 19th C. French Large Casket or Glove Box, C 1890

19th century
Sold 17 August 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Rare and Fabulous 19th C. French Large Casket or Glove Box, C 1890” found a buyer.

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Description

This superb and very rare 19th Century French enamelled glass casket is a real show stopper measuring an impressive 11.5 inches long. It was most probably originally a glove box, given the generous dimensions. The bevelled rectangular body a rich turquoise colour. The brass bound hinged domed glass lid beautifully decorated with white enamel floral sprays. Shown in image 2 with a coffee can to illustrate the generous proportions of the casket.

Dimensions:

Length: 630cm / 11.4 inches.

Depth: 7.5cm / 3 inches.

Height: 9cm / 3.4 inches.

Condition:

Glass in very good condition.

Good hinge.

Ormulu mount in very good condition.

The base missing its plinth.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £15 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £50 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Blue Glass Glove Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1146066
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIN97
Description
This superb and very rare 19th Century French enamelled glass casket is a real show stopper measuring an impressive 11.5 inches long. It was most probably originally a glove box, given the generous dimensions. The bevelled rectangular body a rich turquoise colour. The brass bound hinged domed glass lid beautifully decorated with white enamel floral sprays. Shown in image 2 with a coffee can to illustrate the generous proportions of the casket.
fig 1. An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid.
fig 1. Rare and Fabulous 19th C. French Large Casket or Glove Box, C 1890

Dimensions:

Length: 630cm / 11.4 inches.

Depth: 7.5cm / 3 inches.

Height: 9cm / 3.4 inches.

Condition:

Glass in very good condition.

Good hinge.

Ormulu mount in very good condition.

The base missing its plinth.

fig 2. An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid.
fig 2. Rare and Fabulous 19th C. French Large Casket or Glove Box, C 1890

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £15 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £50 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
9cm (3.54")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Blue Glass Glove Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1146066
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIN97
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare and Fabulous 19th C. French Large Casket or Glove Box, C 1890

Archive II An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid. View II
Archive III An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid. View III
Archive IV An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid. View IV
Archive V An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid. View V
Archive VI An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid. View VI
Archive VII An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid. View VII
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 142
Items Sold 2,224
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An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid.
RARE AND FABULOUS 19TH C. FRENCH LARGE CASKET OR GLOVE BOX, C 1890
Ref: SA1146066
An elongated rectangular antique blue glass glove box with hinged metal mounts and white enamelled floral decoration on the lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGlass, Brass
  • ColourBlue
  • MotifsFloral enamel painting, Hinged metal mount, Bevelled edges
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 30 cm (12 in) x D 7.5 cm (3 in)

FAQs

Glove boxes were popular accessory containers during the nineteenth century, designed to store fine leather gloves on dressing tables. French glassmakers frequently produced these pieces using coloured or opal glass with delicate enamelled decorations.

These items typically combine mould-blown or pressed coloured glass with brass or gilt-metal mounts and hinges. The surface decoration often features hand-applied enamel or gilt detailing.

Authentic pieces exhibit characteristics such as pontil marks on the base, hand-painted floral motifs rather than transfers, and patination on the metal mounts consistent with age.

This type of decorative object suits placement on a dressing table, mantlepiece, or open shelving as an accent piece, introducing colour and historical texture to a room.

Clean the glass using a soft, dry cloth and avoid harsh chemical solvents that can damage the delicate hand-painted enamel or metal mounts. Keep away from direct sunlight to preserve the colour.
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