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Art Nouveau Quatrefoil Silver-plate French Patch Box with Stunning Embossed Poppy
Art Nouveau Quatrefoil Silver-plate French Patch Box with Stunning Embossed Poppy


 
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Art Nouveau silver-plate quatrefoil antique French patch box embossed with stunning poppy flower encircled by a leaf pattern on the front.The silver plate has worn off in places and reveals a beautiful two-tone brass and silver shading. From 1900, the back is decorated with stylized flowers and leaves, and the case closes closes with a satisfying snap. Original mirror in perfect condition. Feels substantial and good in the hand. This patch box has a ring which allows it to be worn as a locket. It is 1.75 inches across, and the price includes 1/4 oz (8 ml) solid perfume of your choice. Patch boxes came into use during the 18th century at the court of Louis XV, where the use of "beauty patches" was popular. A beauty patch was made of gummed silk and was pasted on the skin as a "beauty mark" to emphasize a woman's facial feature, usually the cheek.
Our Price: $305.00


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