28th Aug, 2024 9:30
A Napoleon, III rectangular ormolu table jewellery casket inset with Sevres-style panels painted with Parisian scenes within a blu celeste border the hinged cover opening to reveal a velvet lined interior, on decorative turned feet. 17 cm wide x 14 cm deep x 13 cm overall height.
The collection of the late Robert Hickson
Robert was a noted London antique dealer for over 40 years. Robert started in the Silver departments in Garrards in London at the age of 15 and by the age of 20 he had risen to manage Brompton Gallery in Knightsbridge. Robert had a long and successful career within the antique trade and had a particular passion for Silver and antique Eccentricities, his passion and connoisseurship are reflected in his collection.
Sold for £200
Condition Report
The material of the body looks like fire gilt bronze or brass
The top panel has a scratch but is intact
The only broken panel is the one on the back of the box.
A Napoleon, III rectangular ormolu table jewellery casket inset with Sevres-style panels painted with Parisian scenes within a blu celeste border the hinged cover opening to reveal a velvet lined interior, on decorative turned feet. 17 cm wide x 14 cm deep x 13 cm overall height.
ProvenanceThe collection of the late Robert Hickson
Robert was a noted London antique dealer for over 40 years. Robert started in the Silver departments in Garrards in London at the age of 15 and by the age of 20 he had risen to manage Brompton Gallery in Knightsbridge. Robert had a long and successful career within the antique trade and had a particular passion for Silver and antique Eccentricities, his passion and connoisseurship are reflected in his collection.
