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https://www.thehoarde.com/dealers/ad-psBeautiful painted marriage coffer. The domed lid is decorated with a crowned eagle,drapes and floral motifs. To the front is a bird with a tulip in its beak and floral and foliate decorative motifs. Floral & foliate decoration. to the sides.
The crowned golden eagle against a blue background is a symbol of the First Empire (1804-1815). With its talons clutching a thunderbolt.
A traditional piece from Normandy, that dates to the early 19th century.
Lock not in working order.