Bidspirit auction | A FRENCH NAPOLEON III GILT

A FRENCH NAPOLEON III GILT BRONZE AND CARVED WOOD JEWELRY CASKET, C. 1860–1880 - A highly ornate Napoleon III-era French jewelry casket, combining gilt bronze mounts with elaborately carved dark-stained wood panels, most likely walnut or oak. The box rests on four scroll-footed ormolu legs, and its shaped, bombé form is embellished with finely cast appliqués in the Louis XV/Rococo Revival style, including foliate scrolls, garlands, and central cartouches. Circa: 1860–1880. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Dimensions: 7 x 5 x 4 1/4 in., (18 x 13 x 11 cm.) Condition: Fair to good condition. Surface wear and oxidation to the mounts. Minor loss to detailing and gilt elements. Lid no longer closes flush, possibly due to warping or hinge misalignment.