Antique Gilt Bronze Jewellery Casket & Limoges Miniature c.1870 19th Century

This is a beautiful antique Napoleon III gilded ormolu and Limoges enamel jewellery casket, Circa 1870 in date. The hinged lid having a beautiful finely painted miniature Limoges enamel portrait bust of a young lady, signed L.C., on an oval panel surrounded by striking red guilloche enamel. This very fine casket is painted in enamel, and hails from the great centre of Enamel Art of Limoges in France, it is signed L.C. for Levy Coblentz, (1828-1900), he is known for his high quality work. The casket with filigree textured panels is decorated with acanthus leaf mounts and raised on lion paw feet, the lid opens to reveal an interior lined with the original padded floral patterned silk, making it ideal for the storage and display of precious jewellery or small objects. It is a lovely piece which is functional as well as being highly decorative. Condition: In excellent condition, the enamel in perfect condition. Dimensions in cm:Height 23 cm x Width 19 cm x Depth 9 cm Dimensions in inches:Height 9 inches x Width 7 inches x Depth 3 inches Our reference: A4041 Please feel free to email or call us (+44 20 8809 9605) to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse.

Estimate:£1,900

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