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Wedding Chest with Bronze Inlay on a Custom Stand-France, c. 1860

About the Item

Antique rosewood French wedding chest made as a fancy and expensive gift for the bride. The rosewood chest has gilt bronze stringing and Boulle style inlay of mother-of-pearl and bronze. The military or Campaign style gilt bronze handles are flush mounted and beautifully engraved. We had a matching stand custom-made to compliment and elevate the chest to be used as a coffee or occasional table.
  • Attributed to:
    André-Charles Boulle (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Depth: 19.75 in (50.17 cm)
  • Style:
    Napoleon III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1860s
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: The stand has been custom made for the chest. It is not attached. Wear consistent with age and use. The Boulle work remains on beautiful condition. The rosewood has beautiful patina from years of polishing and handling.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU83861240826
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