French Ormolu Casket with Portrait Miniature, 19th Century The underside of the lid

The underside of the lid retains its original velvet lining in a rich plum tone

A classic French salon floral with depth

adding depth and authenticity rather than distraction

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French Ormolu Casket with Portrait Miniature, 19th Century The underside of the lidFrench Ormolu Casket with Portrait Miniature, 19th Century An elegant 19th century French ormolu jewelry or trinket casket, the lid inset with a finely hand painted portrait miniature of a lady in powdered wig and ribbon, likely evoking an 18th century court beauty. The portrait is framed under convex glass, surrounded by rich repouss and cast ornament in neoclassical taste, with laurel garlands, scrolls, and textural ground. The body of the box is of