Large Antique French Limoges Enamel on Bronze Jewelry Casket, Box, Signed L. Coblentz, Mother & Child Scene sapphire he began painting flowers

he began painting flowers

There are some indentions to the end of the handle

Measures 3 1/8" length x 2 3/8" width

Antique French gilt ormolu parasol umbrella or dress cane handle

Large Antique French Limoges Enamel on Bronze Jewelry Casket, Box, Signed L. Coblentz, Mother & Child Scene sapphire he began painting flowersAntique late 19th century French Limoges kiln fired enamel on bronze or copper jewelry casket. Impressive large size and outstanding quality. The box is circular in form, hand painted throughout with idyllic, pastoral scenes. Adorning the lid is a charming portrait of a shepherdess mother and her children tending to the flock, one child holding a little lamb, as they walk down a path followed by a goat or ram and surrounded by an elegant country