French silvered and gilded bronze jewel casket, 19th c., interior trim inscribed "Prosper Roussel Pce Vendome 26", the case of rectangular form with domed cover, bail handle with heraldic finial supported by winged griffins, glazed panels inset with cut silver foliate arabesques, the frame featuring gilt bronze guards to each corner, ornate scrolled vines and central figural mask, all rising on toupee feet, integral key, interior top trim lacking three small screws, possible lacking adornment at each knee, 8"h, 9.5"l, 6"w, 7.25lbs **Provenance: Our consignor through her mother by inheritance from the estate of Solomon Alexander Torf (London, California, 1902-1993), antique collector and owner of the House of Props, Beverly Hills, California** Start Price: $500.00

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