19th C. Miniature Opaline Glass Egg Ormolu Thimble Holder




Item History & Price

Information:
Reference Number: Avaluer:411Primary Material: Bronze
Style: FrenchAge: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Origin: FranceOriginal/Reproduction: Original
Color: Pale green
Original Description:
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This listing is for a Palais Royal novelty opaline glass egg shaped ormolu mounted thimble holder. The opaline glass insert is a soft celadon green color with a ribbed exterior and is mounted in a dainty ormolu frame. This novelty thimble holder dates from the Grand Tour era in the last quarter of the 19th Century.  
Measures 3" high, 2 3/4" long and 1 7/8" deep. Weighs 1.9 ounces.
This lovely thimble holder is in excellent Esta...te condition with no noted flaws although there is slight wear to the metal finish and some possible misshapen ormolu from normal handling. 
Novelty vanity items were popular at shops on the Palais Royal when wealthy travelers visited Paris during the Grand Tour era and were often purchased as souvenirs. This miniature ormolu thimble holder is a wonderful example of such items.
We at Antiques & Moore have been in the Antiques business for over 30 years and try to describe our items as accurately as possible.  Although all sales are considered final, if there is an error in our description or a problem with our item, we will issue a full refund of the purchase price if contacted within 3 days after receipt of the item, however, please note that we cannot refund shipping charges.  We are happy to answer any questions and always appreciate your business!

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