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

Hallmarked with the French Minerve 1st standard mark

Featuring white crispé technique layered over a matte charcoal black ground

Bearing hallmarks of 800 and maker's marks of initials FS

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