#809

Rare 19th Century Candy Container in the Shape of a Cradle
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$700
sold
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Description
7"(18 cm.) w. A firm-sided box is lavishly covered with green velvet and embossed gilt papers,and is arranged as a swinging cradle on high platform with drawer beneath that is lined with lace-edged hankies. There is a carved bone knob,and a little surprise: an engraving of a home on a hill is hidden beneath the cradle and is reflected by the velvet-edged mirror on the base. Excellent condition. For the French market,of exceptional luxury touches,circa 1860.