$350.00

French Art Deco Engine-Turned Guilloché Silver-Plated Bonbonnière - Hallmarked.

Name: French Art Deco Engine-Turned Guilloché Silver-Plated Bonbonnière - Hallmarked.
Brand: Trove Paris
Price: 350.0 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (158 reviews)

$350.00

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A refined French Art Deco bonbonnière or lidded vanity box, dating from the interwar period. Its broad, low-profile form is decorated with a finely worked concentric engine-turned pattern, radiating outward from a plain central cartouche. The precise guilloché surface catches the light with a subtle shifting shimmer, contrasting beautifully with the smooth, highly polished outer border. The removable lid opens to reveal a reflective interior, reinforcing the piece’s clean, architectural character. Measuring 14 cm in diameter, the box has a substantial presence while retaining the restraint and geometric precision associated with French Art Deco metalwork. Originally intended for sweets or small personal objects, it works equally well as a jewellery box, vanity piece or sculptural desk accessory. The piece bears two hallmarks: one reading France and a second partially legible maker’s or metal-quality mark. The precise silver standard has therefore not been definitively identified. It remains in good vintage condition, with light surface wear and fine scratches consistent with age and use.

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Product Details

L 14 cm x W 14 cm x H 4.5 cm - 1.2 kg
L 5.51 in x W 5.51 in x H 1.77 in

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FAQ

The title states 'Silver-Plated' but the materials field lists 'Silver'. Please clarify: is this piece solid/sterling silver or silver-plated?

This piece is silver-plated over a base metal, not solid or sterling silver.

Can you provide clear macro photos of both hallmarks so the silver standard and maker can be verified by an expert? Has any professional assay or appraisal been done?

Clear macro photographs of both hallmarks are available for expert verification. No professional assay or appraisal has been carried out to date.

Is there any documented attribution to a specific French maker or workshop, and what is the estimated year/decade of manufacture?

One hallmark clearly indicates a French origin, while the second is quite faint and remains unidentified. No documented attribution to a specific maker or workshop is available.

What are the recommended care and cleaning instructions to preserve the guilloché finish without damaging it?

To preserve the delicate guilloché finish, gently clean the piece using a soft silver polishing cloth.

As it was originally intended for sweets, is the interior safe for direct food contact today?

Yes, the interior is safe for direct food contact.

Trove Paris

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French Art Deco Engine-Turned Guilloché Silver-Plated Bonbonnière - Hallmarked.

$350.00

Return & Exhange accepted

French Art Deco Engine-Turned Guilloché Silver-Plated Bonbonnière - Hallmarked.

$350.00

Return & Exchange accepted

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Product Type:Boxes

Condition: Great more info

Excellent - Brand-new, unused item, not previously owned. Shows absolutely no signs of wear.

Great - Like new or has never been used. Absolutely no scratches or wear. Has no structural issues and is in perfect condition.

Good - Lightly used, with very light scratches, or minor cosmetic wear, but has no structural issues. Most antique and vintage items fit this condition.

Fair - Shows light scratches and wear from previous use but remains in fair condition. May have some structural issues, including minor instability.

Revive - Visible signs of previous use that may include scratches, gouges, cracks and fissures and worn corners. May have significant losses, fading or structural instability.

Material: Silver

Color: Silver

Style: Art Deco

Location: France

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