Large Antique French Gilt Ormolu Cased Glass Powder Jar, Box, Signed Portrait Miniature papier mache tray Paris circa 1858-1888

Paris circa 1858-1888

The 3 pieces are original to each other

All three pieces bear the post-1838 French Minerve or Minerva hallmarks

I've cleaned this one up and given the old wood a polish

Large Antique French Gilt Ormolu Cased Glass Powder Jar, Box, Signed Portrait Miniature papier mache tray Paris circa 1858-1888This is a large and quite heavy late 19th century French powder jar, thick wheel engraved and faceted glass bowl slips into the dore bronze and ormolu casement, making it into a lovely vanity top item, or part of your display and collection of portrait miniatures. The inset portrait miniature is one for market, not the finest we've encountered, but she's lovely atop the large casket. The artist has signed the hand painted portrait, which is done in