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Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century
Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century - 367774
Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century - 367775
Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century - 367776
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Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century - 367778
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Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century - 367780
Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century - 367781
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Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century - 367783
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Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century

980 PLN
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ABOUT PRODUCTID 38159
This late 19th-century French vide-poche tray is a distinguished example of decorative craftsmanship, remarkable for its form and detail. The rectangular shape features gently curved sides, a substantial raised border, and a felted underside, all emphasizing the solidity of its construction. The tray’s interior is coated in a deep, glossy red, vividly contrasting with the matte, patinated frame in silvery-grey and brown hues. The focal point is a cast bronze figure of a seated bulldog, rendered with lifelike detail—folds of skin, muzzle, and ears highlighted by a multicolored patina with touches of green and gold. Designed as a catchall for small items—keys, coins, jewelry—the piece retains all original elements and shows authentic vintage wear: patina, minor scratches, and surface marks, all attesting to its age yet preserved in very good condition.The tray channels the spirit of late 19th-century Art Nouveau France—a period when everyday objects became miniature works of art. Metal and bronze engage in a conversation of textures and forms, while the dignified bulldog, with its attentive gaze, echoes the era’s fascination with animal motifs and the intimacy of domestic ornamentation. Every mark on the frame and each nuance of patina narrate its passage through time, recalling an age when even utilitarian objects were crafted with artistic intent and thoughtful detail.This tray may serve as a decorative organizer in a living room, study, or on a hallway console. It can be paired with classic solid wood furniture, Art Nouveau mirrors, or period keepsake boxes. The piece feels at home in eclectic collector’s interiors as well as more contemporary settings where a subtle vintage accent brings warmth and depth. Complementing it with other bronze or ceramic objects can help create a cohesive, historically resonant vignette.
DIMENSION
Height6 cm
Width10 cm
Vide-poche tray, red bronze, France, 19th century - DIMENSION
Length13 cm
Dimension details
  • Length13 cm
  • Height6 cm
  • Width10 cm
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