Antique French Champleve Kiln-fired Enamel Easel Frame, Carte de Visite, Napoleon III c.1825-35 just the year before Pietrovich

just the year before Pietrovich became Emperor of all Russia

The finest 19th century cabinetry makers (ebenists) were firms like TAHAN

And it reflects light so beautifully

resurrection story

this one has added appeal for the inclusion of the active hound in foreground

Antique French Champleve Kiln-fired Enamel Easel Frame, Carte de Visite, Napoleon III c.1825-35 just the year before PietrovichAlways drawn to these, and we can never keep them in inventory. The beautiful old champleve enamel work always reminds me of the stained glass in the old cathedrals of France. This one is beautiful and exceptionally well preserved. Lots of photos to review. Napoleon III era, early and made for the Carte de Visite photos which date c. 1860 70. Easel back and hanging loop, a slide open backside and the old cover glass all intact and ready for your