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Barnebys HQ
Brahegatan 10
BOX 5038
114 37 Stockholm
All auctions / Furniture, Design & Mirrors / Bell jar - Glass, Wood - 1920-1930 - 40 cm
Display dome. Height 50 cm. Length 32 cm. Large dome The glass may show slight imperfections due to the handmade production method. This is a 19th-century French bridal dome (also known as a globe de mariée or Napoleon III bridal dome). Features of this bridal dome: • Glass dome: A mouth-blown glass dome resting on a black wood or blackened wood (ebony-look) pedestal. • Interior: The interior is made of gilded metal (ormolu/brass) with finely worked leaves, flowers and a small mirror in the center. • Velvet cushion: In the center sits a red velvet cushion (often tufted). Traditionally, the bride’s wedding crown or orange blossom was placed here. • Symbolism: In 19th-century France (Napoleon III era) newlyweds were given this dome as a wedding gift. During their marriage, valuable keepsakes and memories were kept inside.
Estimate:$212.72
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