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Box in patinated bronze and gilded bronze with hunting motifs, Napoleon III

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Ref: 8381

Box in patinated bronze and gilded bronze with hunting motifs, Napoleon III

€1800

Era: 19th century, Napoleon 3
Materials: gilt and patinated bronze
Dim: W 19 cm / H 10 cm / D 12 cm
Foundry: AB, Paris
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A rectangular box in gilded and patinated bronze, resting on four spindle-shaped legs. The architecturally designed frame is punctuated by uprights adorned with stylised foliage motifs, framing the panels. Each side features scenes depicted in high relief: a wild boar and a stag being attacked by dogs on the main sides, and a fox and a wolf running through woodland landscapes on the sides.
The main façade is centred by a keyhole and accentuated by a projecting mascaron depicting a winged lion’s head. The domed lid is richly decorated with a central medallion depicting Saint Hubert, surrounded by laurel branches and interlaced cartouches, all framed by a beaded frieze. The interior is entirely lined with red silk upholstery. Foundry: AB, Paris.
Slight wear on the edge of the lid above the lock.
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Box in patinated bronze and gilded bronze with hunting motifs, Napoleon III

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