Sevres Trinket Box with French Country Scene Decoration
A 19th century Sevres lidded trinket box, the stylised fleur-de-lis form box decorated with French country scenes with gilt embellishments on a cobalt ground. 3.94 in. x 3.15 in. x 50. Provenance: The Flower Family Collection.
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- Fleur-De-Lis - The fleur-de-lis is a stylized lily or iris flower with
three petals that has been used as a decorative motif for thousands of years. It
often appears in Christian iconography symbolising the Holy Trinity and as an
emblem that reflects the purity of the Virgin Mary. In decorative art and antiques
decoration, the fleur-de-lis is often used as a symbol of elegance, refinement,
and good taste.
The fleur-de-lis has a rich history and in ancient times, it
was associated with royalty, purity, and the divine, and it was used as a
symbol of the French monarchy for many centuries.
It is a common design element in ceramics, silverware, jewellery,
furniture, and other decorative objects, and it can be found in many different
styles and forms.
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