The Term Museum Quality is often over used by some of my colleagues in the Antique World but This Large French Casket made Circa 1890 is quite simply a Masterclass in Construction, design and yes ... Museum Quality. The Box although not stamped has the hallmarks of one of the top makers in Paris - Possibly Tahan. Lets Start with the Woods used in the Superb French Creation - Rosewood is the dominant wood with Brass. Tortoiseshell and Lapis Lazuli inlay. The Box is mounted with Brass, inlayed with Brass, Abalone Shell and raised on 4 Brass feet. The Top opens to reveal a fitted interior with large storage area. It is very easy to run out of Superlatives with this Box which would make a superb Gift for someone with very special items to store. The original key and working lock are present.
Height 9.5" (24cm) Width 25" (63.5cm) Depth 17" (43cm) €1900