拍品 66
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A FRENCH GILT-METAL MOUNTED KINGWOOD AND CROSSBANDED SCENT CASKET, by Tahan, Paris, the base with a quarter veneered hinged top and parquetry sides, the lock plate inscribed TAHAN. FT. R. DE LA PAIX, with a fitted interior and three gilt-decorated scent bottles, late 19th century

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A FRENCH GILT-METAL MOUNTED KINGWOOD AND CROSSBANDED SCENT CASKET, by Tahan, Paris, the base with a quarter veneered hinged top and parquetry sides, the lock plate inscribed TAHAN. FT. R. DE LA PAIX, with a fitted interior and three gilt-decorated scent bottles, late 19th century

拍品專文

The firm of Tahan was established by Alphonse Tahan (fl. 1830-1880) who was cabinet maker to Napoleon III. The business was continued by his son Jean-Pierre. They were renowned for their fine cabinet work, especially smaller articles.