Antique French Napoleon III 6.5" Jewel Casket, Intaglio Etched Thick Beveled Glass Panels portrait miniature child remarkable little gem

remarkable little gem

both date to the mid-late 1800s

The rich burl wood veneer of the box is without loss

making sure you have the full 20" x 8 3/4" beaded area for your project

Elegant antique French Napoleon III to Belle Epoque era

Antique French Napoleon III 6.5" Jewel Casket, Intaglio Etched Thick Beveled Glass Panels portrait miniature child remarkable little gemFabulous antique French Napoleon III era 6 5 8" square jewelry casket, an elegant miniature display box or vitrine in gilt brass with floral & foliate intaglio etched or engraved thick beveled glass panels on all seven sides & expansive lid! The Napoleon III period, also known as the Second Empire, was marked by a revival of grandeur and artistic eclecticism. Under the rule of Emperor Napoleon III, there was a strong return to the luxurious aesthetics