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Early 19th Century French Dragee Box
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Early 19th Century French Dragee Box

19th century
Sold 14 February 2026 · Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
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A very good example of an early 19th century French dragee box with a glass top. The card sides and base are all in tact and the gold paper decoration around the edge is in great condition. The glass top has a few scratches and the overall condition is commensurate with age and use.

Dia 10.7 cm

D 2 cm

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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this Antique French Dragee Box to the 19th Century.

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A very good example of an early 19th century French dragee box with a glass top.
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The card sides and base are all in tact and the gold paper decoration around the edge is in great condition.
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

The glass top has a few scratches and the overall condition is commensurate with age and use.

Dia 10.7 cm

D 2 cm

Date of Manufacture

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this Antique French Dragee Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1190808
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2020
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A round antique French dragee box featuring a brass frame and a glass lid decorated with a hand-painted pastoral scene. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A round antique French dragee box featuring a brass frame and a glass lid decorated with a hand-painted pastoral scene. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early 19th Century French Dragee Box

Archive II A round antique French dragee box featuring a brass frame and a glass lid decorated with a hand-painted pastoral scene. View II
Archive III A round antique French dragee box featuring a brass frame and a glass lid decorated with a hand-painted pastoral scene. View III
Archive IV A round antique French dragee box featuring a brass frame and a glass lid decorated with a hand-painted pastoral scene. View IV
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Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
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A round antique French dragee box featuring a brass frame and a glass lid decorated with a hand-painted pastoral scene.
Early 19th century French Dragee box
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A round antique French dragee box featuring a brass frame and a glass lid decorated with a hand-painted pastoral scene.
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  • ObjectTrinket Box
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Empire / Restoration
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourGold, Multi-coloured
  • MotifsPastoral scene, Hand-painted artwork, Bevelled glass, Embossed metal rim

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French dragee boxes were traditionally used to hold sugar-coated almonds given as gifts during significant life events such as weddings, christenings, and high-society gatherings.

These pieces typically utilised pressed brass or gilt metal frames combined with hand-painted elements, reverse glass paintings, or printed paper under glass on the lid.

Authenticity is determined by examining the patination of the metal, the manufacturing techniques of the brass rim, hand-applied details in the artwork, and signs of genuine wear and age.

These small decorative items can be placed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or coffee table as a focal point of historical interest alongside contemporary objects.

Keep the object out of direct sunlight to prevent fading of the artwork, and clean the metal and glass gently using a soft, dry cloth without abrasive polishes.
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