French Napoleon III Marquetry Jardinière Table, c. 1875–1890 33 inches in width

33 inches in width

• Circa 1870–1890

and imperfections to the frames including minor separations and losses consistent with age

and deeply historic all at once

holding antique photographs

French Napoleon III Marquetry Jardinière Table, c. 1875–1890 33 inches in widthFrench Napoleon III Marquetry Jardinire Table, c. 18751890 A fine 19th century French Napoleon III bronze mounted marquetry jardinire or plant stand, crafted circa 18751890. The shaped oval top features intricate inlaid veneers of mahogany and walnut, decorated with bold geometric and foliate marquetry, and fitted with cast bronze handles. The lid lifts to reveal an interior lined in damask fabric, intended originally for floral displays. The body is