Rare Antique French Powder Box Stratton compact The lid is 'gem' set

The lid is 'gem' set and in the middle an exquisite arbor vitae (tree of life)

The silver-gilt clasp closes onto a beautiful deep blue sapphire cabochon

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The mirror is excellent & gives a perfect reflection

Both of the items are decorated with a gilt etched design the makers named as Linen and it does look textured like golden linen

Rare Antique French Powder Box Stratton compact The lid is 'gem' setThis is such a wonderful antique French vanity! The subject matter makes the compact highly collectible Cupid stands in a gorgeous wood having just fired the arrow. We have made no attempt to clean the antique vanity so glorious is the deep dark patina it has acquired over the last 100 years. The lid is finely engraved with great attention to detail. The sides & base are decorated with a guilloche pattern. The base is signed ARTES. All clasps & hinges