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Learn MorePietre dure and doré bronze box by Tahan
- This jewelry box crafted by the renowned cabinetmaker to Napoléon III
- It features ornate doré bronze foliate details and pietre dure panels
- The pietre dure panels showcase beautiful butterflies
- This objet is a testament to remarkable European craftsmanship
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Interior signed "TAHAN A PARIS"
19th century
9 3/4" wide x 7 1/8" deep x 4" high
Period: | 19th Century |
Origin: | France |
Type: | Decorative Boxes |
Style: | Empire |
Depth: | 7.13 in. (18.1 cm) |
Width: | 9.75 in. (24.77 cm) |
Height: | 5.0 in. (12.7 cm) |
Beyond the Surface: The History and Evolution of Pietre dure
For lovers of fine art and decorative arts alike, pietre dure represents a fascinating chapter in the story of human creativity and ingenuity. Read on to learn about the history, technique and evolution...
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