{"title":"Enamels","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"antique-french-enamel-gilt-bronze-jewelry-box","title":"Antique French Enamel Gilt Bronze Jewelry Box","description":"\u003cspan\u003eAntique Napoleon III era French kiln-fired enamel and gilt bronze jewelry casket. The box features five exquisite kiln-fired enamel on convex copper plaques, each with a pastoral scene. Decorating the lid is a portrait of a lady seated in a garden, reading a love letter and with a white dove beside her. Encased in gilt bronze mounts and resting on four ornate feet. The hinged lid opens to reveal a tufted satin lined interior. In overall very good condition with general wear to the bronze mounts commensurate with age and use. Interior and base lining showing wear. Dimensions (including feet) 4 3\/8\" length x 3 1\/8\" width x 2 1\/2\" tall.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":2599213891613,"sku":"BX1957.895.675","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/FRENCH_ENAMEL_SCENIC_JEWELRY_BOX_7.JPG?v=1507923263"},{"product_id":"antique-french-kiln-fired-enamel-silver-hinged-snuff-box","title":"Antique French Enamel on Copper Box Silver Hinged Mounts","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"col-sm-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\"\u003eAntique late 19th century French kiln-fired enamel on copper snuff or patch box. Featuring a Rococo style scene of a couple in a charming pastoral setting with cottages and mountains in the distance. Finished with silver hinged mounts bearing the French head of the wild boar hallmark in use from 1838 to indicate a silver content of .800\/1000. The enamel work on this piece is stunning. Measures 2 1\/8\" diameter x 7\/8\" height. In overall good antique condition, some general surface wear to the base commensurate with age and use, a flea-bite or two to the bottom edge near the silver rim as shown in the photos.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":3404945621021,"sku":"SL1922","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/french_enamel_copper_silver_snuff_box_451576.jpg?v=1725468313"},{"product_id":"antique-french-800-silver-gilt-vermeil-viennese-enamel-snuff-box-wedding-scene","title":"Antique French 800 Silver Gilt Vermeil Viennese Enamel Snuff Box Wedding Scene","description":"\u003cspan\u003eAntique French .800 silver and enamel round snuff box. Portraying the celebration of a wedding, with musicians leading the way for the bride and groom. The base is also beautifully enameled, featuring a pastoral scene of a lakeside chateau. A lovely treasure! The style of the scenes in this piece are very similar to the works we typically see on Austrian Viennese enamals, in particular finely detailed figures and pops of color against a pale sky background. The art of kiln-fired enamel is a painstaking process. Such exquisite detail and color, as evident in this lovely box, requiring a very skilled hand and knowledge acquired through years of practice. The enamel is first applied in brushstrokes of powders in muted tones, which is then kiln-fired and harden to a finish similar to glass or glazed porcelain. Mounted with .800 silver mounts with gilt vermeil finish. The hinged box opening to a stunning gilt vermeil interior. Hallmarked to the interior of the lid and to the rim on the base. Marked with the French head of the wild boar, in use from 1838 to indicate a silver content of .800\/1000. The mark was typically used on small objects of at least 80% pure silver content, close to .925 sterling. Maker's mark on the clasp, looks like initials G.V. for silversmith Gustave Veyrat, active 1894-1911, whose workshop was located at 7 rue du Perche, Paris. In good to excellent condition. The box looks as though it was never used. The enamel work on this piece is stunning, and in very good condition with no damage, chips\/cracks, hairlines or repairs to the enamel. The silver lined interior with a gilt vermeil finish is in good condition showing no wear or scratches. Measures about 3 1\/8\" diameter at the base x 1 1\/2\" tall.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15873115979870,"sku":"BX1685.2195","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/BX-1685.2L.jpg?v=1544943482"},{"product_id":"antique-french-18k-yellow-gold-baroque-pearls-brooch-enamel-miniature-portrait-of-mother-her-children","title":"Antique French 18K Yellow Gold \u0026 Baroque Pearls Brooch, Enamel Miniature Portrait of Mother \u0026 Her Children","description":"\u003cspan\u003eSuperb antique 19th century French 18k yellow gold brooch set with Baroque pearls framing an exquisite hand painted enamel on copper miniature portrait depicting a family, 'a scène de famille'. Featuring a scene after Jean Honoré Fragonard's painting La bonne mère (The Good Mother). The scene depicts a mother and her children. She sits at the center with her daughter at her side and a baby sleeping in a cradle. Content to nestle against her shoulder is an adorable white cat. A servant pours water into a nearby basin. All set within a lovely garden scenery. A beautifully executed and finely detailed enamel portrait. The enamel portrait is backed by a mother of pearl panel. Set within a hand crafted 18k yellow gold mount, embellished by a scalloped and engraved decorative border. Having 38 baroque pearls in prong settings around the perimeter. Features a C-shaped clasp with a hinged gold pin. The brooch weights 20.80 grams. Hallmarked with the French control mark indicating 18k gold content, in the form of an eagle's head, in use in France from 1838. In good to excellent condition for age and type with no damage to note. Measures 2 1\/8\" x 1 7\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15873332904030,"sku":"JL1317.2622","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/Antique-French-18K-Yellow-Gold-amp-full-1-2048x2_10.10-8-r-ffffff-5.jpg?v=1544946174"},{"product_id":"antique-french-gilt-bronze-jewelry-casket-box-enamel-portrait-plaque-tavern-scene-with-cavaliers","title":"Antique French Gilt Bronze Jewelry Casket Box, Enamel Portrait Plaque, Tavern Scene with Cavaliers","description":"\u003cspan\u003eFantastic antique French gilt bronze jewelry casket surmounted with an enamel on copper portrait plaque. The casket is decorated in ornate base relief, patterned with an intricate floral frieze, the lid with a gadrooned and beaded edge. Surmounted with a kiln-fired enamel on convex copper plaque. The portrait features a fantastic group of cavaliers situated around a table in discussion over a good game of chess, drinking, smoking and making merry in a delightful tavern interior. Finely detailed throughout, with their period costumes vibrant against the darkness of the smoky tavern. A layer of enamel applied over foil creates this gorgeous shimmering effect, in this case to create the look of crushed velvet in their clothing. Signed at the lower left. The box retains a working lock and key, opening to a velvet lined interior. Resting on four feet. In overall good condition, some patina\/discoloration to the gilt bronze commensurate with age. No chips or cracks or repairs to the exquisite enamel plaque. There is a faint flaw in the enamel located about the 6 o'clock area. This appears to have been done in the making as it cannot be felt, visible in the last picture and indicated by a blue arrow. Measures 8 1\/8\" x 6 1\/4\" and stands 2 3\/4\" tall.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15940043767902,"sku":"BX1482.1495","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/Antique-French-Gilt-Bronze-Jewelry-Casket-full-0-720-54-r-ffffff-5.jpg?v=1546970670"},{"product_id":"antique-french-enamel-on-copper-gilt-bronze-ormolu-jewelry-casket-box","title":"Antique French Enamel on Copper Gilt Bronze Ormolu Jewelry Casket Box","description":"\u003cspan\u003eA fabulous antique French Napoleon III era ormolu jewelry casket mounted with five exquisite enamel on copper plaques. Each convex panel is masterfully hand painted, the enamel work is exceptional in both color and detail and showcases the skilled artistry of this painstaking art form of fire-kiln enamel. Adorned with finely painted enamels depicting various scenes of pastoral landscapes. The lid portrays a courting couple fishing by a lake and enjoying a day in the country with a chateau residing in the distance. Dressed in 18th century costumes, the subject matter is reminiscent of works by such rococo artists as Fragonard and Watteau. To the front is another vignette portraying a lady with a fan, set in repose she seems to partake of the romantic scene at a distance (a chaperon, perhaps?). Truly a stunning piece, the scenes are quite charming and colorful. All set within a gilt bronze framework, hinged lid and locking mechanism to the front. The box rests atop four ornate feet in the form of stylized scrolling foliate. The lid opens to reveal a plush mauve colored velvet lined interior. An impressive piece. In good antique condition with some general wear, lacking a key.  Measures (including the feet) 8\" in length x 4\" wide x 3 1\/4\" tall.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15940147576926,"sku":"MP1015.1695","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/Antique-French-Enamel-Copper-Gilt-Bronze-full-1-2048x2_10.10-4-r-ffffff-5.jpg?v=1581187097"},{"product_id":"antique-french-18k-yellow-gold-cultured-pearls-brooch-with-enamel-miniature-portrait-of-venus-cupid-love-token-amatory-jewelry","title":"Antique French 18K Yellow Gold \u0026 Cultured Pearls Brooch with Enamel Miniature Portrait of Venus \u0026 Cupid, Love Token Amatory Jewelry","description":"\u003cspan\u003eA rare and fine mid-19th century French 18k yellow gold mounted enamel on copper miniature portrait brooch \/ pendant. A fantastic example of the love token \/ amatory jewelry genre . Set against a blue sky, the enamel portrait depicts Venus or Aphrodite dressed in white and a vibrant shade of pink, her lovely face framed by a cascade of long flowing hair and crowned with a coronet of pink roses. Beside her is Cupid, or Euros, in full flight carrying a basket of roses overhead. Such exquisite imagery presented here, symbolic of love and devotion. Surrounded by gold framework and prong set with 33 cultured pearls of excellent quality. The intricate handcrafted gold mount to this piece is outstanding, a testament to the skill of the jeweler. Topped by an impressive finial, in the form of a pair of Cupid's famous arrows, the ends accented in white gold. Twined within a French ribbon knot bow, festooned with various Springtime flowers and leaves. The base features a bow, centered by a flower and flanked by leaves. Overall the effect is impressive, the work is of exceptional quality and the portrait is gorgeous. The portrait is backed by a mother of pearl panel. The gold mount has a C-shaped clasp with a gold pin on a pivoting hinge. Also features a movable bail allowing the piece to be worn as a pendant. Hallmarked with the French control mark indicating 18k gold content, in the form of an eagle's head, in use in France from 1838. Weighs 19.60 grams. In good to excellent condition for age and time with no damage to note. Measures 2 3\/8\" sans bail, or 2 15\/16\" with bail, x 2 1\/2\" at its widest.\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15940217438302,"sku":"JL1316.4671","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/11933481_10152938408346946_4493639725774710046_n.jpg?v=1546973354"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-on-copper-miniature-portrait-plaque-painting-of-jesus-christ-gilt-bronze-frame","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait Plaque Painting of Jesus Christ, Gilt Bronze Frame","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique 19th century French Limoges miniature portrait kiln-fired enamel on a convex copper plaque. Depicting Jesus Christ wearing the crown of thorns. Exhibiting superb detail and vibrant colors, finished with gold painted accents. The portrait is signed in gold with what appears to be the initials of the enamelist, possibly TF or FT. Housed in a gilt bronze frame. The frame with easel backing and loop ring for hanging display. In good antique condition with general wear. Measures 5 1\/4\" height x 3 3\/4\" wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16005458624606,"sku":"EN2237.522","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/limoges_enamel_portrait_jesus_christ_1.jpg?v=1549433072"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-plaque-gilt-wood-altar-triptych-religious-scene-virgin-mary-jesus-christ","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel Plaque Gilt Wood Altar Triptych Religious Scene, Virgin Mary \u0026 Jesus Christ","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine quality antique 19th century alter triptych with religious scene of the Madonna and Child. The altar piece is constructed of gilt wood with intricate carved details. Opening to reveal a Limoges enamel on copper portrait plaque. Depicting a lovely scene of the Virgin Mary holding an infant Jesus Christ in her lap, beside a young John the Baptist. A little lamb sits at their feet. The plaque is signed with the initials DG or DC below the frame. The frame with easel backing and loop ring for hanging display. Marked for the retailer Meslier, 9, Boulevard Malesherbes, Paris. In good condition with no damage to the enamel portrait. Some general wear to the gilt wood commensurate with age. The triptych measures 11 5\/8\" x 7 1\/2\" wide. The enamel portrait is about 6 1\/2\" x 4 1\/2\" sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16005612437598,"sku":"EN1994.972.1295","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/FRENCH_LIMOGES_ENAMEL_PORTRAIT_RELIGIOUS_JESUS_CHRIST_AND_VIRGIN_MARY_1.JPG?v=1549440040"},{"product_id":"large-antique-19c-french-limoges-enamel-on-copper-grisaille-portrait-plaque","title":"LARGE Antique 19c French Limoges Enamel on Copper Grisaille Portrait Plaque,","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique 19th century French Limoges enamel on copper plaque. Stunning in its impressive size and outstanding craftsmanship, the plaque features a lady framed by arabesque motifs and heavy Rococo scrollwork. In grisaille with spectacular contrasting lights and darks to create impressive detail, depth and dimension. Accented in gold gilt highlights. Depicting a lady in a gown reminiscent of the Renaissance, seated and with hands clasped in prayer. The stonework and columns rendered in the background are beautifully done. Portrayed in the stonework is a small cherub, perhaps an alter to Venus, or perhaps in prayer for a loved one. Signed Boyer in gold gilt. Housed within a hand crafted frame, possibly later, with brass loop for hanging display. In very good antique condition. There is some chips to the enamel located at the upper left hand corner. Some wear to those gilt painted highlights a expected with age. Measures 17 5\/8\" x 8 1\/2\" width\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16005636063326,"sku":"EN1422.1050","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/LARGE-Antique-19c-French-Limoges-Enamel-full-1-720x2_10.10-98-f.jpg?v=1549440915"},{"product_id":"large-antique-19c-french-limoges-enamel-on-copper-grisaille-portrait-plaque-framed","title":"LARGE Antique 19c French Limoges Enamel on Copper Grisaille Portrait Plaque, Framed","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique 19th century French Limoges enamel on copper plaque. Stunning in its impressive size and outstanding craftsmanship, the plaque features a lady framed by arabesque motifs and heavy Rococo scrollwork. In grisaille with spectacular contrasting lights and darks to create impressive detail, depth and dimension. Accented in gold gilt highlights. Depicting a maiden exquisitely draped in robes. In her delicately painted hands is a half formed wreath, her boot resting atop palm fronds on a base of piled rocks. Perhaps an allegorical representation or Victoria\/Victory. Signed simply with the enamellist’s initial A. in gold gilt. Housed within a hand crafted frame, possibly later, with brass loop for hanging display. In very good antique condition with no damage to the enamel to note, some wear to those gilt painted highlights a expected with age. Measures 17 5\/8\" x 8 1\/2\" width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16005639667806,"sku":"EN1421.1050","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/LARGE-Antique-19c-French-Limoges-Enamel-full-1-720x2_10.10-96-f.jpg?v=1549441115"},{"product_id":"antique-french-signed-oliviere-paris-enamel-bronze-jewelry-casket-box-scenes-of-children-birds","title":"Antique French SIGNED Oliviere Paris Enamel \u0026 Bronze Jewelry Casket Box, Scenes of Children \u0026 Birds","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"id_5c5a994e72aa31c01082038\" class=\"text_exposed_root text_exposed\"\u003eThe exquisite enamelwork on this 19th century French jewelry box is breathtaking, surrounded by a pastoral setting, the scene depicts children with cherubic features at play, and a family together fishing and enjoying the day in the country. Dating to the early 19th century, if not earlier, this antique box is quite large, measuring . The oval shaped box features a slightly domed hinged lid and en\u003cspan class=\"text_exposed_show\"\u003etire circumference adorned in colorful enamel work, encased in bronze with ebonize painted finish and gilded trimming and resting on four feet. Hand painted in stunning detail and vivid colors, with playful whimsical scenes amid pastoral backdrops that comprise of various colorful foliate and trees, blue skies that include flying birds in the distance! Has a working lock and key, the key is not original to the piece but works well. The lid opens to reveal a tufted lined interior. The piece is signed Oliviere Boult de la Madeleine, whose shop was located on the grand Paris boulevard de la Madeline, located near the Madeleine Church (Église de la Madeleine), and famous for its many exquisite shops, home to some notable manufactures and boutiques of the 19th century including clockmakers L.Leroy \u0026amp; Cie and the bronze foundry of Susse Frères.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":16005647204446,"sku":"MP957.1795","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/425635_10150568183681946_251135284_n.jpg?v=1549441588"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-on-copper-miniature-portrait-plaque-religious-madonna-virgin-mary-infant-jesus-christ-gilt-wood-florentine-style-frame","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Religious Portrait Plaque","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA quality antique French Limoges kiln-fired enamel on a copper plaque. Beautifully rendered with exquisite detailing, here depicted in grey tones (grisaille) atop a dark dark red\/brown background. Embellished with gold gilt painted accents and halos. This charming miniature portrait is an enameled work inspired after the religious painting titled Madonna of the Book, or the Madonna del Libro, by the Italian Renaissance artist Sandro Botticelli. The Madonna of the Book is a soft and elegant work. Depicting the Holy Mother, the Virgin Mary gazing at the Book of Hours (Horae Beatae Mariae Virginis) a prayer book common in the thirteenth to sixteenth centuries. Seated in her lap is the baby Jesus. The infant is gazing up at his mother, while holding in his hand symbols foretelling the Passion of Christ, the three nails of the cross and the crown of thorns. Signed in gold gilt to the lower right, apres Botticelli (after Botticelli). Housed in an opulent Florentine style wood frame, with gilt and painted accents. Easel back for table top display or loop ring for wall hanging. In good condition. Measures 8 3\/4\" x 6 3\/8\". Portrait measures 5 7\/8\" x 4\" (sight)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31191948984414,"sku":"EN.2307.1295","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/limoges_enamel_on_copper_reliqiuous_miniature_portrait_jesus_virgin_mary_1.jpg?v=1575650054"},{"product_id":"large-antique-french-limoges-enamel-portrait-christ-gilt-bronze-gothic-frame","title":"Large Antique French Limoges Enamel Portrait Christ Gilt Bronze Gothic Frame","description":"\u003cspan class=\"fbPhotosPhotoCaption\" aria-live=\"polite\" data-ft='{\"tn\":\"K\"}' id=\"fbPhotoSnowliftCaption\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hasCaption\"\u003eRare and large antique late 19th century French Limoges enamel on copper portrait plaque, depicting Jesus Christ with gilt painted halo and the sacred heart. Exquisitely painted in vibrant colors with amazing detail, especially to the face and hands. Signed by the enamellist, -Normand-, at the bottom corner. The portrait is housed within a bronze Gothic altarpiece style frame, with red velvet lining. A superb devotional\/religious artwork. Wooden backing with loop ring for hanging display. Frame measures 14\" height x 7 1\/2\" at its widest. Portrait measures 5 1\/8\" x 3 3\/8\" wide (sight).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fbCommerceProductMiniListHscroll\" id=\"fbPhotoSnowliftProductMiniListHscroll\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31191957274718,"sku":"RLG","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/jesus_porcelain1.jpg?v=1575650664"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-miniature-portrait-plaque-gilt-bronze-ormolu-frame","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel Miniature Portrait Plaque Gilt Bronze Ormolu Frame","description":"\u003cp\u003eA quality antique Napoleon III era French Limoges enamel on copper miniature portrait in grisaille. The scene is beautifully rendered with exquisite detailing, here depicted in grey tones atop a dark ground with gilt accents. Portraying a woman draped in robes, holding a palm frond in her outstretched hand and a halo radiating around her head. Signed A.F. Patasson. Set in an ornate gilt bronze frame patterned with fleur-de-lys and laurel. Backed by a green fabric lined mat, frame having a hinged metal easel accommodating for table top display in addition to a loop ring for hanging. In overall good antique condition with no damage, chips or cracks to the stunning enamel on copper plaque. The frame in good condition showing general wear commensurate with age and use. The frame measures 8 1\/4\" x 6\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31192204443742,"sku":"EN-500.395","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/jesus_porcelain_1_074fddd4-7bb2-4cf5-b8e0-e52e31da53c6.jpg?v=1575662173"},{"product_id":"antique-french-18k-gold-enamel-miniature-portrait-brooch","title":"Antique French 18K Gold Enamel Miniature Portrait Brooch","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique French 18K Gold Enamel Miniature Portrait Brooch Pin, Madonna \u0026amp; Child, Virgin Mary Infant Jesus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique 19th century Victorian era French 18k yellow gold brooch with an exquisite hand painted enamel miniature portrait plaque. The enamel portrait depicts the Madonna and infant Jesus. A fantastic scene portraying a mother and child as well as religious icon image beautifully rendered here in fine detail and color. Set against a blue sky with rocky mountain landscape in the background. The Virgin Mary is gowned in cream colored robes with blue and pink shawls, with a halo above her head and the infant Jesus asleep in her lap. The work is of exceptional quality and the portrait is gorgeous. The enamel portrait is backed by a mother of pearl panel. Set within a hand crafted 18k yellow gold mount embellished with an engraved foliage border. The gold mount has a C-shaped clasp with a gold pin on a tube hinge. Also features a hook for hanging a pendant, locket or pocket watch. Hallmarked to the pin and clasp with the French control mark indicating 18k gold content, in the form of an eagle's head, in use in France from 1838. Measures 2 1\/8\" x 1 3\/4\" wide. 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The plaque is signed by the enamelist A. Peron (or perhaps A. Pernan) and dated 1882. Housed in an opulent carved gilt wood frame. Richly decorated, the frame is by a carved finial depicting a dove flying among the clouds, backed by a radiant halo. In overall very good antique condition. The wood frame shows some general wear and signs of age\/shrinkage lines. Frame measures 9 1\/4\" x 8\". Portrait (sight) measures 5\" length x 3 5\/8\" wide.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31938038562910,"sku":"RL2236.1595","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/limogesenamelportraitbabyjesuschrist54.jpg?v=1591321826"},{"product_id":"antique-french-bronze-holy-water-font-limoges-enamel-on-copper-miniature-portrait-plaque-painting-of-jesus-christ","title":"Antique French Bronze Holy Water Font, Limoges Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait Plaque Painting of Jesus Christ","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn extraordinary antique 19th century French bronze holy water font, stoup or bénitier. Centered by an exquisite Limoges kiln-fired enamel on copper plaque, portrait miniature, depicting Jesus Christ wearing the crown of thorns. The portrait is flanked by two angels in flight. Further decorated with scrolling foliage and topped by a small figure of an angel or cherub and cross. Below is a large opened coquille shell, decorated with Rococo style dolphins and foliage and various figures of cherubs in a cloud. Mounted onto a wooden plaque, the back with a folding easel for table top display or hole to attach a hook for hanging. Measures 13 5\/8” height x 7 ½” wide x 3 ¾” deep. In overall good antique condition with general wear commensurate with age and use. Some patina\/discoloration to the bronze mount. The enamel portrait is in good condition, there is a small flake chip located at the upper left edge. One bolt is missing from the back as shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31938067234910,"sku":"RL2473.1395","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/antiquefrenchgiltbronzeholywaterfontreligiousangelslimogesenamelplaque80858.jpg?v=1591322550"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-miniature-portrait-plaque-gilt-bronze-frame-religious-scene-saint-peter-john","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel Miniature Portrait Plaque, Gilt Bronze Frame, Religious Scene Saint Peter \u0026 John","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"555555\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAntique 19th century French Limoges miniature portrait, kiln-fired enamel on copper plaque, housed in an Empire style gilt bronze ormolu frame. A charming miniature enameled work inspired after the 1898 painting \"Les Disciples\" by Eugène Burnand. \"The Disciples\" depicts Saints Peter and John running to the sepulchre on the morning of the Resurrection. Beautifully rendered with exquisite detailing, here depicted in flesh tones and yellow and green atop a dark red\/brown background embellished with gold gilt accents. The enamel work is done on a convex copper plaque, which is then kiln fired. It takes a very special skill to produce such quality work, as the enamel is first applied as a powder which then melts and hardens to a glassy sheen. Quite difficult to work with and to convey imagery such as this fine portrait of is not an easy task. Such work illustrates the level of craftsmanship and superb quality that resides in this piece offered here. It is evident that the artist was quite proud of this miniature masterpiece, for the enamelist signed the work with his or her initials of PR or RP in gold gilt. Followed by d'après E. Burnand. The enameled portrait is housed in a gilt bronze frame. Decorated with finely casted ribbon bow finial, with intricate patterned friezes along the borders. The back with hinged easel and loop ring for hanging. A beautiful piece and in very good antique condition with general wear to the frame, the fabric mat surrounding the enamel plaque showing age related wear. Frame measures 10 5\/8\" height x 8 7\/8\" length, Portrait measures (sight) 5 3\/4\" diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39461822759006,"sku":"EN-2611.1295","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/antiquefrenchlimogesenamelminiatureportraitcopperreligiousscene6.jpg?v=1628184822"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-on-copper-miniature-portrait-plaque-mother-children-dog","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait Plaque, Mother \u0026 Children, Dog","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" itemprop=\"description\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA lovely antique 19th century French enamel on copper miniature portrait. Depicting a charming interior genre scene. Portraying a mother and her children. At her feet is an adorable dog. A beautifully executed enamel with fine details and lovely colors. The art of kiln-fired enamel is a painstaking process. Such exquisite detail and color require a very skilled hand and knowledge acquired through years of practice. The enamel is first applied in brushstrokes of powders in muted tones on a convex copper plaque, which is then kiln-fired and the powders metal and harden to a glass like, or glazed porcelain finish. Prong set within an ebonized wooden frame with gilt bronze or brass trim. In overall good condition with general wear. Having a loop ring for hanging display. Measures 4 1\/2\" length x 3 3\/4\" width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39729611571294,"sku":"MP-1692.695.520","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/Antique-French-Limoges-Enamel-Copper-Miniature-full-1o-2048-bfe9b8fb-ededed.jpg?v=1656268081"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-miniature-portrait-plaque-farm-scene-empire-style-gilt-bronze-ormolu-frame","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel Portrait Plaque, Farm Scene, Empire Style Gilt Bronze Ormolu Frame","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\" itemprop=\"description\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuperb antique 19th century French Limoges kiln-fired enamel on copper plaque, housed in an opulent gilt bronze ormolu frame. A charming enameled work inspired after La Faneuse (The Tedder) by Julien Dupré, portrait depicting a woman in the field pitching hay. Beautifully rendered with exquisite detailing, here depicted in colorful tones atop a dark red\/brown background embellished with gold gilt accents. The enamel is done on a convex copper plaque, which is then kiln fired. Signed by the enamelist with initials of PR or RP followed by d'après Julien Dupré. The gilt bronze frame is decorated with finely casted ornamental appliques on a velvet covered background, having intricated patterned friezes along the sides. Topped by an ornate finial comprising of scrolling foliate, rocailles and florals with a scalloped shell in the center. A beautiful piece and in good antique condition with general wear to the frame commensurate with age. Frame measures 10 1\/4\" height x 10\" width x 1 1\/4\" deep.  Portrait measures (sight) 5 3\/4\" length x 4 1\/4\" height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39729631756382,"sku":"EN-2605","price":2295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/frenchlimogesenameloncopperminiatureportraitpaintinggiltbronzeormolupictureframeempirenapoeloniii2.jpg?v=1656273401"},{"product_id":"antique-viennese-enamel-gilt-bronze-table-top-miniature-dressing-screen","title":"Antique Viennese Enamel on Copper, Gilt Bronze, Tryptic Screen Miniature Doll 17\"","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: 555555;\"\u003eAntique Viennese enamel and dore bronze table top screen. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: 555555;\"\u003eA charming m\u003cspan\u003einiature, though a large example in size for this type of piece. M\u003c\/span\u003eeasures 17\" across the length x 13\" height. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures three hand painted enamel on copper panels depicting mythological scenes. The center panel features a scene of Bacchus, the god of wine and merrymaking, attended by cherubs and putti with a lush forest background and bountiful grape harvest. Flanked by scenes of two goddesses, Venus and Diana perhaps. Beautiful vibrant colors and detail. All framed in ornate gilt bronze mounts richly decorated in Rococo style foliate and rocailles. In good antique condition, no chips or cracks.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39760559800414,"sku":"EN-2582","price":4295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/screenenamelfrenchvienncescoppergiltbronzeormolu8.jpg?v=1660058302"},{"product_id":"large-antique-french-limoges-enamel-on-bronze-jewelry-casket-box-signed-l-coblentz-mother-child-scene","title":"Large Antique French Limoges Enamel on Bronze Jewelry Casket, Box, Signed L. Coblentz, Mother \u0026 Child Scene","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAntique late 19th century French Limoges kiln-fired enamel on bronze or copper jewelry casket. Impressive large size and outstanding quality. The box is circular in form, hand painted throughout with idyllic, pastoral scenes. Adorning the lid is a charming portrait of a shepherdess mother and her children tending to the flock, one child holding a little lamb, as they walk down a path followed by a goat or ram and surrounded by an elegant country setting. A border of pink roses on lush foliage encircles the sides of the box. The base is also beautifully enameled with a serene Barbizon style pastoral view of a country house near a lake. A lovely treasure! The box is signed L. Coblentz, for the enamelist Levy Coblentz. The style of the scenes in this piece are very similar to the works we typically see on Austrian Viennese enamels, in particular finely detailed figures and pops of color against a pale blue sky background. The art of kiln-fired enamel is a painstaking process. Such exquisite detail and color, as evident in this lovely box, require a very skilled hand and knowledge acquired through years of practice. The enamel is first applied in brushstrokes of powders in muted tones, which is then kiln-fired and harden to a finish similar to glazed porcelain. Finished with gilt mounts. The hinged box opening to a gilt metal interior. In good to excellent condition. The enamel work on this piece is stunning, and in very good condition with no damage, chips or repairs. There are some fine scratches commensurate with use. The gilt interior having some dark spots from age. Nice large size, measures approximately 7\" diameter x 3 1\/4\" height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLevy Coblentz was born in 1828 at Lunéville, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Lorraine, France. Levy Coblentz studied under the French sculptor Justin Lequien, who was also director of the school of drawing in the rue Menilmontant, Paris. Coblentz is listed in the Bénézit, exhibited at the L'Exposition des Beaux Arts Salon de Paris in 1874 and 1882). Listed in the Biographical Dictionary of Medallists, 1904. Known for stunning romantic \/ pastoral genre scenes reminiscent of the works by Fragonard and portraits done in enamel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39760608297054,"sku":"BX-1894","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/products\/Frenchenameloncopperlargetableboxscenemotherandchild.jpg?v=1660060106"},{"product_id":"antique-french-gilt-ormolu-limoges-enamel-on-copper-miniature-portrait-plaque-parasol-dress-cane-handle","title":"Antique French Gilt Ormolu Limoges Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait Plaque Parasol Dress Cane Handle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique French gilt ormolu parasol umbrella or dress cane handle. Featuring a tapered fluted form. Mounted with a Limoges enamel on copper miniature portrait plaque of a lady. Beautifully rendered with exquisite detailing, depicted in grey tones (grisaille) atop a black background accented with gold gilt painted headpiece. In overall good antique condition. Measures 1 3\/4\" length x 1 3\/8\" widest with a 11\/16\" diameter base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39965650485342,"sku":"CAN-2987","price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/canehandlelimogesantiquewomanenamel4.jpg?v=1682437154"},{"product_id":"copy-of-antique-french-gilt-ormolu-limoges-enamel-on-copper-miniature-portrait-plaque-parasol-dress-cane-handle","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel Miniature Portrait Parasol Dress Cane Handle","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique French gilt ormolu parasol umbrella or dress cane handle. Featuring a tapered form with circular knob top. Mounted with a Limoges enamel on copper miniature portrait plaque of a lady. Beautifully rendered with exquisite detailing. Signed with the initials of the enamalist. In overall good antique condition. Measures 1 3\/8\" length x 1 3\/8\" widest with a 5\/8\" diameter base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39965656350814,"sku":"CAN-2988","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/limogesenamelcaneparasolhandle.jpg?v=1682438007"},{"product_id":"antique-french-gilt-bronze-enamel-jewelry-casket-box-children-at-play","title":"Antique French Gilt Bronze \u0026 Enamel Jewelry Casket \/ Box, Children at Play","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA fabulous antique French Napoleon III era gilt bronze jewelry casket or box mounted with five exquisite enamel on copper plaques. Each enameled panel is masterfully hand painted, using bright and vivid colorations and fine detail. The lid alone is a miniature masterpiece illustrating three small children, each of course with a very cherubic face. They appear to be playing with a ball, or perhaps a large egg! Either way, the children are beautifully portrayed, dressed in flowing Grecian style clothing and set in pastoral scenery surrounded by flowers and vines. Quite a charming piece! To the front of the box is an enamel on copper plaque depicting yet another small child-this one playing the lute. Further decorating the box are three panels, one on either side and a larger one to the back, each entailing a country setting. The lid opens to reveal a tufted silk-lined interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasures 7 1\/4\" in length x 4 1\/2\" in width x 4 1\/4\" in height.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40015919743070,"sku":"MP-643.1795","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/Antique-French-Gilt-Bronze-Enamel-Jewelry-full-1o-2048_10.10-912.webp?v=1688569221"},{"product_id":"victorian-enamel-miniature-portrait-french-silver-locket-pendant-garnets-pearl","title":"Victorian Enamel Miniature Portrait French Silver Locket Pendant Garnets, Pearl","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" itemprop=\"description\" onclick=\"$(this).removeClass('ellipsis');\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA fine mid-19th century French .800 silver mounted enamel on copper miniature portrait pendant locket. The enamel portrait depicts a seated lady in a glen making a crown of pink roses. Mounted in .800 silver and framed by 26 garnets. Suspended from a figural ribbon knot bow embellished with garnets and centered by a split pearl. Note that one of the stones on the bow accent tests a diamond. The reverse of the pendant with a hinged glass door front and compartment for a lock of hair or photo. Hallmarked with the French head of the wild boar, in use from 1838 to indicate a silver content of .800\/1000. The mark was typically used on small objects of at least 80% pure silver content, close to .925 sterling. The locket hangs 1 7\/8\" total length, the oval measures 1 1\/4\" x 1 1\/16\" wide. In overall good to fair antique condition. One chip to the enamel portrait located at the 10 o'clock position as shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40078363164766,"sku":"JL-3030.495","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/garnetlocketbrooch2.jpg?v=1695517702"},{"product_id":"french-enamel-on-copper-miniature-portrait-of-a-lady","title":"French Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait of a Lady","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex-col flex-col-xs8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA charming early 20th century French enamel on copper miniature portrait. Likely Limoges enamel. 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Featuring five enamel on convex copper panels. The panels feature beautifully painted white grisaille decoration with gold gilt accents, against a rich blue ground with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJaponisme style\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e motifs of morning glories, water lilies and reed plants on a waters edge, the lid portraying a mallard duck in flight. The panels are housed in opulent gilt bronze framework, resting on four cabriole legs. The front center with a lock, however lacking the key. Opening to reveal the original silk satin lining. In overall good antique condition with general wear\/surface scratches commensurate with age and use. Measures 6 1\/8\" length x 3 7\/8\" width x 3\" height. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41632964018270,"sku":"BX-3171.595","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/french_enamel_copper_jewelry_box_trinket_ormolu_bronze_cobalt_blue_birds_8.jpg?v=1744657105"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-portrait-plaque-joan-of-arc-religious-miniature-scene-copy","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Portrait Plaque of Joan of Arc","description":"\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAntique French Limoges kiln-fired enamel on a copper plaque. Miniature portrait is an enameled work inspired after the painting titled Joan of Arc at the Coronation of Charles VII (Jeanne d’Arc au sacre du roi Charles VII), an 1854 French painting by Jean Auguste Dominique Ingres hanging in the Louvre Museum in Paris. The scene commemorates Joan of Arc, depicted in her armor at the coronation of Charles VII of France in Reims Cathedral, victorious and looking up to heaven, which she felt had given France the victory. Exquisitely enameled in vibrant colors atop a dark red\/brown background, beautifully detailed and embellished with gold gilt accents and halo. Enamelwork atop foil gives emphasis to the armor and helmet of Joan of Arc. The enamel plaque is housed within a wooden arched frame surrounded by an exquisite gilt bronze border. In good condition, no chips or cracks to the enamel plaque. Frame measures 12 1\/8\" x 8 1\/8”. Portrait measures 6 1\/8\" x 2 3\/4\" (sight).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"row\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42248567783518,"sku":"EN-3228.850","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/antique_french_limoges_enamel_portrait_plaque_joan_of_arc_6.png?v=1764956642"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-on-copper-miniature-portrait-plaque-madonna-and-child","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Miniature Portrait Plaque Madonna and Child","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique French 17th\/18th century Limoges enamel painting on an oval cambered copper plaque. Portraying a lovely scene of the Holy Mother, the Virgin Mary holding the baby Jesus in her lap in a tender embrace, their heads crowned with radiant halos. The portrait exhibits carefully rendered expressions with delicate features in beautiful colors bordered by scrolling foliate of raised white enamel, embellished in gold painted accents, on a dark red\/brown background. Housed in a bronze frame with ribbon bow finial and twisted rope border. Loop ring for hanging display. In overall good antique condition with general wear commensurate with age and use. There is a chip to the enamel at the bottom edge of the scene. The reverse side shows that the back tab is missing on the frame, as a result the plaque moves up and down in the frame. Frame measures 6 1\/2\" x 5 1\/8\" 1\/2\" deep. Copper plaque measures 5 1\/4\" x 4 5\/8\" .\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42292529889374,"sku":null,"price":1895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/antiquefrenchenameloncoppervirginmarybabyjesusportraitminiatureplaque5.png?v=1766160899"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-14k-yellow-gold-brooch-enamel-miniature-portrait-baroque-pearls","title":"Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Enamel Miniature Portrait, Baroque Pearls","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique 19th century Victorian era 14k yellow gold brooch with an exquisite hand painted enamel miniature portrait plaque. Likely Swiss in origin. Featuring a beautifully executed and finely detailed oval portrait in polychrome enamel depicting a romantic scene of a couple in a pastoral setting. The enamel portrait is backed by a mother of pearl panel. Set within a hand crafted 14k yellow gold mount, embellished by an engraved decorative border. Adorned with 38 baroque pearls around the perimeter measuring an average size of 3.80mm x 3.60mm. Features a C-shaped clasp with a hinged gold T-pin.  Measures 1 15\/16\" x 1 5\/8\".   The brooch weighs 16.0 grams. In overall good antique condition for age and type with general wear commensurate with age and use. There is a surface scratch at the center on the gentleman's arm, a crescent shaped scratch near the bottom of the scene at the 6 'o'clock position. There is a nick in the enamel partially hidden by the gold mount, located in the tree above at the 10 'o'clock position. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42315235655774,"sku":"JL-3240","price":2795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/portraitbrooch13.png?v=1767312149"},{"product_id":"antique-french-limoges-enamel-on-copper-plaque-smoking-cavalier-miniature-portrait-painting","title":"Antique French Limoges Enamel on Copper Plaque Smoking Cavalier Miniature Portrait Painting","description":"\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ydp72603718Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eImportant late 19th-century French Limoges painted enamel on copper plaque, dated 1898.\u003c\/span\u003e The miniature portrait depicting a cavalier smoking a pipe, after a genre painting by German artist Albert Friedrich Schröder. \u003cspan class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eExecuted by painter MG under the workshop direction of Théophile Soyer (French, 1853–1940). Housed in its original Louis XVI-style gilt-bronze easel frame. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"j3tEEe\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-pl=\"||[]\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 32px 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(128, 128, 128);'\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ydp72603718Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eThe portrait d\u003c\/span\u003eepicts an elegant 17th-century cavalier with long reddish hair seated casually atop a table spread with luxury textiles. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn his hand he holds a long slender white clay \"churchwarden\" pipe, gazing upward as delicate rings of white smoke escape his lips. In his right hand, he holds a \u003cspan class=\"ydp72603718Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003epewter tankard\u003c\/span\u003e resting on his knee. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ydp980e8d33T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eThe cavalier wears a brilliant, deep cobalt-blue velvet doublet and matching breeches, rendered in vivid, luminous tones characteristic of high-quality late 19th-century Limoges enamel firing. The deep folds and sheen of the fabric are captured through expert blending of translucent blue glazes over the underlying foiled base. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHis attire is punctuated by an intricate white lace collar (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egorgias\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) with tassels, lace cuffs, a teal or sea-green slashed under-doublet, black stockings, and buckled shoes with large decorative blue rosettes. Notice the one shoe casually kicked off to the floor. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHe is perched on a crisp white tablecloth adorned with lace trim, layered over a heavy green and red patterned table cloth.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe composition is a classic genre scene inspired by the historical revival styles of the late 19th century and is taken after the work of German genre painter \u003cspan class=\"ydp980e8d33Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eAlbert Friedrich Schröder (1854–1939) titled '\u003cem\u003eSmoking Man in a Historical Costume' (Raucher in Historischem Kostüm). \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Schröder specialized in highly detailed, Dutch Golden Age-inspired interiors featuring cavaliers, tavern scenes, and smokers. During the late 19th-century revival, master French enamelists in Limoges frequently translated these popular oil paintings into brilliant enamel-on-copper miniature masterpieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003eThe portrait is signed to the lower left with interlaced initials TS for \u003cspan class=\"ydpd400bf10Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ydpd400bf10T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ydpd400bf10wfWfIf ydpd400bf10fxyaSe\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003cspan data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ydpd400bf10jAOkJc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"aPo2Hd=\u0026amp;j3KOyb_14:aPo2Hd\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwiT49XHxt-VAxX8j2oFHaSHGHMQ3egRegYIAQgVEAI\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eThéophile Soyer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (1853–1940), a highly celebrated French master \u003cspan class=\"ydpd400bf10eujQNb\"\u003eémailleur\u003c\/span\u003e (enameler). Soyer came from a famous dynasty of Parisian artists and metalworkers and was renowned for translating famous genre and historical paintings into luminous, kiln-fired enamel on copper. He took over the family business from his father Paul Soyer in 1889 after training at the Paris School of Fine Arts. Together with his wife Lucie Dejoux, a Swiss enameler, as well as their only daughter Jeanne Soyer \u003ca class=\"maisonpedia_link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.marcmaison.com\/architectural-antiques-resources\/enamelled_mirror_paul_soyer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(1879-1967), where she was\u003c\/span\u003e trained by her parents from a very early age and \u003cspan\u003eher talent placed her among the\u003c\/span\u003e company’s best workers.  To the lower right is interlaced initials MG, this is the signature of the collaborating enamel painter or decorator who executed the intricate brushwork within Soyer’s prestigious workshop. The piece is dated 1898, placing the plaque right at the apex of the late 19th-century French Renaissance and Baroque revival movement. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" data-setdir=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plaque is housed in its original, highly decorative\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ydp980e8d33Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003egilt-bronze easel-back frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Featuring an ornate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eleaf and dart border trimmed by beaded edging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Crowned by an elaborate openwork \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ydp980e8d33Yjhzub\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Roboto, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 700; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eLouis XVI style crest, casted as a\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003en intertwined ribbon bow with trailing floral garlands and laurel leaves with berries. Backed with a hinged A-frame easel stand for tabletop display and a top loop for handing. The easel bears a maker's mark.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 13 7\/8\" x 9 1\/2\". The portrait (sight) measures 10 1\/4\" x 7 1\/2\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn overall good antique condition with general wear commensurate with age and use. No damage or cracks to the beautiful enamelwork. There is a thin scratch that exposes the copper beneath, located at the upper left corner of the scene, though this is hardly noticeable and does not detract from the beauty of the scene. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Antique Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43032004591710,"sku":"MP-3281","price":2295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/files\/french_limoges_large_enamel_portrait_man_829.jpg?v=1784499467"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2444\/7807\/collections\/French_enamel_on_copper_large_table_box_scene_mother_and_child_1.jpg?v=1588019319","url":"https:\/\/theantiqueboutique.net\/collections\/enamels-porcelain-plaques.oembed?page=2","provider":"The Antique Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}