French Bleu Royale Enamel Jewel Casket
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Late 19th century French Bleu royale enamel jewel casket, oval quatrefoil shaped box with enamel bead and gilt decorations all with gilt metal fittings, original silk interior lining 17 cm long
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- Bleu Royale - "Bleu royale" is a type of rich cobalt blue color that was commonly used in porcelain decoration during the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe. It was particularly popular in France, where it was used to decorate the porcelain produced by the Sèvres factory.
- Quatrefoil - A stylised four-circle design, itself contained within a larger circle, with Gothic origins and often seen as window designs in ecclesiastical architecture. The use of the motif was popular in Gothic Revival furniture of the 19th century.
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