Tablet case in gold and "fixé sous verre" miniatures

Era: 18th century
Dim: H: 8,2 cm, W: 5,4 cm, D: 0,8 cm
Dim: H: 3.22 inch, W: 2.12 inch, D: 0,31 inch
Weight: 99 g
Ref: 8305
Price: 7800 euros


Rectangular gold tablet case with hinged lid.On each side, two miniatures "fixé sous verre" depict a fishing trip in an idyllic setting. Above, on the lid, the words SOUVENIR and AMITIÉ stand out in a plume of dried flowers. The reserves surrounded by a chased gold belt are applied to a violet enamel background. The sides, base and lid of the case are highlighted with coloured mother-of-pearl plaques alternating with yellow gold flower motifs. Gold-tipped pencil clasp.
 P for Paris 1778
Two hands entwined
Two eagle heads.