Napoleon III Ebonized and Gilt Inlaid Display Riser / Clock Base (Socle) Vintage

Napoleon III Ebonized and Gilt Inlaid Display Riser / Clock Base (Socle) VintageAdditional Description: A refined 19th century French Napoleon III display riser, or socle, designed to elevate and showcase a decorative object such as a clock, bust, urn, or sculpture. The piece features a rectangular form with softly rounded corners, resting on four small turned feet, and finished in a rich ebonized surface accented by delicate gilt foliate inlay along the frieze. The top retains its original black surfacelikely lacquered wood or

and notable figures

natural clouding and tonal variation

The painting appears to be executed on a convex substrate—likely porcelain or glass—giving it a subtle luminous depth

while the second presents a dynamic chase scene with rabbits darting through textured grasses

Additional Description: An ornate pierced brass furniture escutcheon featuring flowing Rococo scrollwork and a central cartouche motif

typical of high-quality bindings from Mame’s early 1900s production

small entryway tables

fitted garment with sinuous contours

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Green patinated surface with raised black lettering

and benedictions

pink and yellow sash