19th Century French Bronze Vanity Casket with Guilloche Enamel Portrait For Sale

This exquisite vanity casket hails from 19th century France, crafted meticulously from bronze and adorned with captivating green guilloche enamel. Atop its lid rests a masterfully painted miniature portrait, showcasing the delicate beauty of a topless woman, encircled by a shimmering array of small crystals. Despite minor wear indicative of its age, the casket remains in remarkably good condition, a testament to its enduring craftsmanship.

Features:

• Material: Bronze with guilloche enamel
• Decorative Lid: Hand-painted miniature portrait of a topless woman surrounded by small crystals
• Interior: Luxurious ochre-colored velvet upholstery
• Lid Mechanism: Hinged lid opens and closes smoothly
• Dimensions (approx.):
  • CM: 9 cm long x 7 cm deep x 3.5 cm high
  • INCH: 3.5 inches long x 2.8 inches deep x 1.4 inches high

Condition:This antique vanity casket is in very good condition overall, with minor signs of age and use. Some small crystals are missing, consistent with its history and provenance.