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Antique French Boulle Jewellery Box – Napoleon III Era – With Key – 19th C
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Antique French Boulle Jewellery Box – Napoleon III Era – With Key – 19th C

19th century
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Antique French Napoleon III Era Boulle Jewellery Box – With Key – Superb Condition

A stunning and original French Boulle marquetry jewellery box, dating from the Napoleon III period (mid-to-late 19th century). Crafted with exquisite brass and tortoiseshell inlay, this elegant piece showcases the refined artistry of the Second Empire style.

The box opens to reveal a beautifully preserved purple velvet-lined interior, perfect for storing jewellery or precious keepsakes. It comes complete with its original working key.

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Period: Napoleon III Era (c. 1850–1880)

Origin: France

Style: Boulle (brass & tortoiseshell inlay)

Interior: Original purple velvet lining

Lock: Comes with original key – working

Dimensions: Approx. 27.5 cm (W) x 20.5 cm (D) x 15.5 cm (H)

Condition: Superb antique condition – very well preserved, minimal wear for age

A highly decorative and functional piece – ideal for antique collectors, lovers of French design, or as a luxurious gift box.

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Bushells Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

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Antique French Napoleon III Era Boulle Jewellery Box – With Key – Superb Condition
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A stunning and original French Boulle marquetry jewellery box, dating from the Napoleon III period (mid-to-late 19th century).
Bushells Antiques

Crafted with exquisite brass and tortoiseshell inlay, this elegant piece showcases the refined artistry of the Second Empire style.

fig 1. Antique French Boulle Jewellery Box – Napoleon III Era – With Key – 19th C
fig 1. Antique French Boulle Jewellery Box – Napoleon III Era – With Key – 19th C

The box opens to reveal a beautifully preserved purple velvet-lined interior, perfect for storing jewellery or precious keepsakes. It comes complete with its original working key.

? Item Details:

Period: Napoleon III Era (c. 1850–1880)

fig 2. Antique French Boulle Jewellery Box – Napoleon III Era – With Key – 19th C
fig 2. Antique French Boulle Jewellery Box – Napoleon III Era – With Key – 19th C

Origin: France

Style: Boulle (brass & tortoiseshell inlay)

Interior: Original purple velvet lining

Lock: Comes with original key – working

Dimensions: Approx. 27.5 cm (W) x 20.5 cm (D) x 15.5 cm (H)

Condition: Superb antique condition – very well preserved, minimal wear for age

A highly decorative and functional piece – ideal for antique collectors, lovers of French design, or as a luxurious gift box.

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1156802
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