{"product_id":"porte-montre-chaise-a-porteurs-miniature-aux-angelots-annees-1880-1900","title":"Miniature sedan chair watch holder with putti, 1880s-1900s","description":"\u003cp\u003eDelightful and rare antique \u003cstrong\u003esedan chair-shaped watch holder\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating from the \u003cstrong\u003elate 19th century\u003c\/strong\u003e, circa 1880-1900.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming boudoir object is in the style of V\u003cstrong\u003eernis Martin\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly appreciated in the 19th century for its refined decorations inspired by the 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three sides are adorned with delicate \u003cstrong\u003epolychrome putti scenes in relief\u003c\/strong\u003e on a gilded background, surrounded by floral garlands, ribbons, and Louis XVI inspired ornaments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree \u003cstrong\u003ebeveled glass panes\u003c\/strong\u003e, forming the windows and door, allow admiration of the watch once suspended inside, while the slightly domed top is covered with \u003cstrong\u003eantique velvet\u003c\/strong\u003e in iridescent tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly charming detail: the small door opens thanks to a \u003cstrong\u003etiny oval enameled handle with a floral decoration\u003c\/strong\u003e, still functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior, also lined with fabric, once housed a pocket watch that would be suspended to transform it into a true small bedside or boudoir clock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn object as decorative as it is unusual, evoking the refined world of late 19th-century boudoirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood overall condition for its age. The exterior is well preserved and shows a beautiful antique patina. The relief decorations remain very clear and the beveled glass panes are present. The small door and its handle work correctly. The exterior velvet shows some patina and signs of age but is clean and in good condition. The beveled glass windows are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe interior shows more wear: the textile shows wear, fraying, and traces of time and has undergone slight restoration. These elements are visible in the photographs and contribute to the authenticity of this antique piece. Note: 2 small fixing nails are missing, which does not affect solidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th century, circa 1880-1900\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Louis XVI inspiration – in the Vernis Martin style\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cardboard\/papier-mâché structure, pressed metal sides with polychrome putti decoration in relief and varnished, velvet and silk-lined interior with suspension hook for the pocket watch, textile, beveled glass windows and door, metal and enamel handle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17 × 10 × 8.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique object showing traces and irregularities inherent to its age and history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e to a pick-up point in Belgium and France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFast and careful shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Charme des Violettes - Brocante en ligne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57088352911684,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0573\/1657\/3379\/files\/Chaise_a_porteur_porte-montre_LCDV2.jpg?v=1786297317","url":"https:\/\/lecharmedesviolettes.com\/en-fr\/products\/porte-montre-chaise-a-porteurs-miniature-aux-angelots-annees-1880-1900","provider":"Le Charme des Violettes - Brocante en ligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}