French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Casket, Circa 1890–1910, Belle Époque period France one that became especially popular

one that became especially popular in painting throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries

Five original cut crystal bottles (two with stoppers

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Its purpose: to translate Carl Linnaeus’s groundbreaking classification system into a richly illustrated

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French Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Casket, Circa 1890–1910, Belle Époque period France one that became especially popularFrench Neoclassical Gilt Bronze and Cut Crystal Casket Circa 18901910, Belle poque period France A beautifully refined French trinket casket combining heavy cut crystal with finely cast gilt bronze, capturing the elegance and storytelling of the Belle poque in miniature form. The octagonal crystal body is sharply cut with beveled panels and a thick faceted base, giving it both weight and brilliance. It is mounted in gilt bronze ormolu, detailed with a