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A Lovely French 19th Century Ormolu Trinket/ Jewel Box
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A Lovely French 19th Century Ormolu Trinket/ Jewel Box

19th century
Description

A late 19th Century French glass trinket or jewel box. This lovely example has a delightful decorated Ormolu frame, which includes drops to each side finished floral details. The box stands on four raised and shaped feet and is fitted with a hinged, bevelled glass lid. The original interior is lined with a padded base, with central button in a blue silk moiré. An attractive and usable piece. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £12.00 UK - Special Delivery

£18.00 Europe

£24.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Very good, with no losses to the gilt metal and no cracks or chips to the glass.

Origin :- French.

Date :- Circa 1890.

Width :- 7.5 cms.

Depth :- 7.5 cms.

Height :- 6.8 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.8cm (2.68")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Declaration

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Jewellery Casket to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1198576
Dealers Internal Reference
ACA2280
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Description
A late 19th Century French glass trinket or jewel box.
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This lovely example has a delightful decorated Ormolu frame, which includes drops to each side finished floral details.
Andrew Cox Antiques

The box stands on four raised and shaped feet and is fitted with a hinged, bevelled glass lid. The original interior is lined with a padded base, with central button in a blue silk moiré. An attractive and usable piece. Dimensions below.

fig 1. A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior.
fig 1. A Lovely French 19th Century Ormolu Trinket/ Jewel Box

Postage and packing :- £12.00 UK - Special Delivery

£18.00 Europe

£24.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Very good, with no losses to the gilt metal and no cracks or chips to the glass.

Origin :- French.

Date :- Circa 1890.

Width :- 7.5 cms.

Depth :- 7.5 cms.

Height :- 6.8 cms.

Height
6.8cm (2.68")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
7.5cm (2.95")
Date of Manufacture

Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this French Ormolu Jewellery Casket to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1198576
Dealers Internal Ref
ACA2280
Andrew Cox Antiques
Andrew Cox Antiques
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Specialists in quality antique silver, glassware, jewellery and object de vertu

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Archive I A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior.

A Lovely French 19th Century Ormolu Trinket/ Jewel Box

Archive II A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior. View II
Archive III A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior. View III
Archive IV A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior. View IV
Archive V A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior. View V
Archive VI A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior. View VI
Archive VII A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior. View VII
Archive VIII A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior. View VIII
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A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior.
A lovely French 19th Century Ormolu trinket/ jewel box
Ref: SA1198576
A square 19th-century French ormolu jewellery casket featuring bevelled glass panels, an ornate gilt frame with floral detailing, and a pale blue button-tufted silk interior.
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A French ormolu jewellery casket is a small 19th-century decorative box crafted with a gilt bronze or brass frame and clear bevelled glass panels. Popular during the Napoleon III period, these caskets were created to store and display delicate personal items and jewellery.

These caskets are constructed using cast brass or bronze treated with gold gilding, alongside thick bevelled glass panels. The interior often features a button-tufted silk or velvet cushion designed to protect delicate contents.

Authentic period pieces display detailed cast metalwork, thick hand-cut bevelled glass, and age-appropriate wear to the gilded finish or interior fabric. Original hinges, latches, and cast feet will show historical construction marks and natural oxidisation.

Place the casket on a dressing table, vanity unit, or bedside cabinet to hold everyday rings and small accessories. It also functions as a decorative tabletop accent when layered atop art books or placed on a fireplace mantelpiece.

Clean the glass panels using a soft microfiber cloth slightly dampened with water, avoiding chemical cleaners near the metal frame. Dust the gilt metal gently with a dry, soft brush and keep the silk interior dry to prevent fabric degradation.
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