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Louis XVI Double-Opening Enamelled Gold Boite-a-Mouches, Paris, 1778 / 79 (gold & enamel)
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Louis XVI Double-Opening Enamelled Gold Boite-a-Mouches, Paris, 1778 / 79 (gold & enamel)
3525702 Louis XVI Double-Opening Enamelled Gold Boite-A-Mouches, Paris, 1778/79 (gold & enamel) by French School, (18th century); width: 5.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Makers mark indistinct. Charge and decharge marks of Jean Baptiste Fouache 1774-80. Rectangular box, the cover, sides and hinged base with panels enamelled with winter branches painted in purple en camaAOeu on an opalescent oyster-pink engine-turned ground, with translucent green and opaque white enamel ribbon-twist sableborders, the cover set with a mirror, the interior fitted with an oblong similarly enamelled hinged compartment and a gold-handled brush with loop, the base with a shallow compartment for patches and set with a mirror, in associated case.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22729226
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of artistry from the 18th century - the Louis XVI Double-Opening Enamelled Gold Boite-a-Mouches. Created in Paris in 1778/79 by the French School, this exquisite rectangular box is a true testament to the craftsmanship of its time. The boite-a-mouches features panels enamelled with delicate winter branches painted in purple en camaieu on an opalescent oyster-pink engine-turned ground. Its translucent green and opaque white enamel ribbon-twist sable borders add a touch of elegance and sophistication to its overall design. What makes this boite-a-mouches truly unique is its double-opening feature. The cover opens up to reveal a mirror, while the interior is fitted with an oblong compartment adorned with similar enamelling and houses a gold-handled brush with loop. The base also includes a shallow compartment for patches and another mirror. Although some details may have faded over time, as indicated by indistinct maker's marks, it remains clear that this piece was created by Jean Baptiste Fouache between 1774-80 based on charge and decharge marks present. This print captures every intricate detail of this precious objet de vertu, allowing us to appreciate its ornate decoration and valuable materials - gold and enamel - which were highly prized during the reign of Louis XVI. It serves as both a decorative item and a historical artifact that transports us back to an era defined by luxury and artistic excellence.
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