Victorian powder box in papier mache. Napoleon III period

€42.00

Powder box in papier-maché from the Napoleon III period

Victorian lacquered round box

Description

Napoleon III period papier-mâché powder box

Decorated box dating from the 19th century

Black-lacquered papier-mâché was very fashionable at the time and lasted until the beginning of the 20th century. Thanks to its malleability and strength, it could be moulded to produce small series. Lacquer gives these objects great resistance over time.

Height:7cm Base diameter:8.5cm

Wear to base