French Ormolu and Cranberry Glass Egg Casket (c 1880)
French Ormolu and Cranberry Glass Egg Casket (c 1880)
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A stunning late 19th-century miniature French casket box crafted in the shape of an egg, featuring deep cranberry glass panels and a swirling ormolu (gilded bronze) wirework frame, raised on whimsical scrolled feet. Opens to reveal a vibrant cranberry glass interior.
A stunning late 19th-century miniature French casket box crafted in the shape of an egg, featuring deep cranberry glass panels and a swirling ormolu (gilded bronze) wirework frame, raised on whimsical scrolled feet. Opens to reveal a vibrant cranberry glass interior.
3"w x 2"d x 2.75"h
3"w x 2"d x 2.75"h
The 19th century was a period renowned for the refinement and imaginative craftsmanship of luxury objets d'art. The form of this casket, an egg, was often a symbol of renewal and life.
Cranberry glass was a highly prized material in the 19th century, achieved by adding gold salts to molten glass to produce the rich red hue. Because gold was costly and the technique demanded great skill, cranberry glass objects were considered luxurious and often gifted for special occasions. Paired with ornate gilt mounts, pieces like this egg casket epitomized the decorative artistry of the Belle Epoque and the fin de siecle period in France.
Caskets of this type were used to hold precious small items: jewelry, sentimental trinkets, or even love tokens. Today, they remain coveted by collectors for their rarity, craftsmanship, and romantic allure.
The 19th century was a period renowned for the refinement and imaginative craftsmanship of luxury objets d'art. The form of this casket, an egg, was often a symbol of renewal and life.
Cranberry glass was a highly prized material in the 19th century, achieved by adding gold salts to molten glass to produce the rich red hue. Because gold was costly and the technique demanded great skill, cranberry glass objects were considered luxurious and often gifted for special occasions. Paired with ornate gilt mounts, pieces like this egg casket epitomized the decorative artistry of the Belle Epoque and the fin de siecle period in France.
Caskets of this type were used to hold precious small items: jewelry, sentimental trinkets, or even love tokens. Today, they remain coveted by collectors for their rarity, craftsmanship, and romantic allure.
19th Century (c 1880)
19th Century (c 1880)
Cranberry glass, ormolu (gilt bronze)
Cranberry glass, ormolu (gilt bronze)
France
France
Some natural wear and patina to the ormolu consistent with age
Some natural wear and patina to the ormolu consistent with age