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Louis-Philippe period ointment box in native wood and marquetry, 19th century

$419.34
£307.60
€350
CA$572.43
A$643.85
CHF 333.95
MX$7,810.42
NOK 4,234.33
SEK 3,984.74
DKK 2,663.32
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About the Item

Charming little box of the Louis-Philippe period in native wood with marquetry net and the word "odeur" inlaid on the lid. The interior covered with a blue fabric and a purple velvet includes two reserves or which contain two small porcelain cups (one is missing) which were used to contain ointments or salts. Indeed, women wearing very tight bodices were very often subject to discomfort, and had to breathe salts to regain their spirits. France, Louis-Philippe period, Circa 1840.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.15 in (8 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 2.96 in (7.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis Philippe (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1840
  • Condition:
    stained interior fabrics.
  • Seller Location:
    Beuzevillette, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2663320064112

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