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Circular Box

c. 1880
made by

Paul Christofle

(French, 1838–1907)
Culture
France, 19th century
Medium
metal (brass?) with inlays of niello and gold
Measurements
Overall: 3.9 x 8.9 cm (1 9/16 x 3 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Henry H. Hawley 1997.262
Public Domain
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Location
Not on view
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A brass circular box features a rounded lid with black inlays against a warm metallic ground. The central panel depicts a butterfly hovering among slender leaves and blossoms, framed by a ring of dots and crosses. Intricate bands of repeating geometric patterns, including honeycombs and interlocking lines, wrap around the vessel's sides. These dark details contrast sharply with the polished brass, which culminates in a gleaming, unadorned golden rim at the base.

Circular Box

c. 1880

Paul Christofle

(French, 1838–1907)
France, 19th century

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