Outstanding Art Nouveau deep green glass dresser box in gilt metal mounts and applied decoration. Made in France late 19th century.
Measures 3inches high and 4 3/4inches accross.
Magnificent rich forest green glass. Round shape, neck has 10 facets.
Foot enclosed in a gilt metal ring with raised foliage and berries. 4 quintessial Nouveau flowers are attached to the glass on the sides, each depicting a flower with elegantly scrolling petals and assymetrical foliage. The lid is gold plated and has applied buds, foliage of various sorts and a marvellous medallion with the bust of a woman in 3/4 back view, turning to face the front. Elegant back and shoulders, flowers and bows in hair, radiating sunburst effect.
Condition is MINT. No damage or flaws of any sort.

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