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19th Century French Napoleon III Boulle Marquetry Tea Caddy

About the Item

Beautiful antique Napoleon III tea box, crafted of black ebonised wood. The inlay is in Boulle style, marquetry of mother-of-pearl, brass and tortoise. The interior has tree compartments, with mahogany lids. On the front below a small storage compartment. This box is made in France, circa 1860-1880.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 10.63 in (27 cm)Depth: 6.3 in (16 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860-1870
  • Condition:
    Replacements made: The smallest lid has been replaced, the wood colour is slightly different. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Casteren, NL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4904226732982
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