French Jewelry Box by Tahan Stamped on the lockplate «Tahan à Paris» Napoleon III period

Enamel & bronze mounts Kiln-fired enamel on convex copper panels Deep convex enamelled lid panel Floral central ornmentation surrounded by deep emerald green with little raised dots of enamel. Original satin lining and key Height 8.2 cm (3" 1/4) Lenght 11.6 x 8.3 cm (4" 9/16 x 3" 1/4) TAHAN A PARIS: Jean-Pierre Tahan (1813-1892), a major maker of small items of furniture and cabinet, manufactured opulent furniture and exquisite table ornaments with the lavish use of costly materials for a wealthly clientele which included the Emperor Napoleon III and his wife, the Empress Eugenie.