EARLY 19TH CENTURY PAINTED NORMANDY MARRIAGE BOX
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- £875.00
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- £875.00
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Beautiful painted marriage coffer. The domed lid is decorated with a crowned eagle,drapes and floral motifs. To the front is a bird with a tulip in its beak and floral and foliate decorative motifs. Floral & foliate decoration. to the sides.
The crowned golden eagle against a blue background is a symbol of the First Empire (1804-1815). With its talons clutching a thunderbolt.
A traditional piece from Normandy, that dates to the early 19th century.
Lock not in working order.
Circa: Early 19th Century
Origin: France
Condition: In good antique condition, commensurate with age & use.
Dimensions: 26cm h x 40.5cm w x 26cm d
Ref: 5294