Box; France, 19th century.

Box; France, 19th century.
Silver with mother-of-pearl inlays.
Measurements: 2 x 7.5 x 9 cm.
Weight: 143 g.
A French silver box from the 19th century featuring a wavy outline design with engraved floral motifs on the sides and a richly ornamented lid, highlighted by a scene framed with mother-of-pearl inlays. In addition to its functional value, this piece reflects the taste for luxury objects intended for personal use or as prestigious gifts among the bourgeoisie and aristocracy of the 19th century. Its meticulous craftsmanship and excellent state of preservation make it a representative example of the French decorative arts of the period.