French Burr Walnut Pocket Watch Presentation Case by Idrac-Le Roy, Paris Vintage

French Burr Walnut Pocket Watch Presentation Case by Idrac-Le Roy, Paris VintageAdditional Description: A refined and elegant French burr walnut pocket watch presentation case, featuring richly figured veneer with warm, swirling grain and a polished finish. The lid is centered with a delicate shield form cartouche (likely bone or ivory), traditionally intended for a monogram, adding a personal and distinguished touch. The interior opens to reveal its original silk lined lid, stamped in gilt: IDRAC LE ROY, 22 Rue du Bouloi, Parisa

inspired by 18th century neoclassical design

The wood shows pronounced grain

This combination of materials—gilt metal

Uniform Vertical Ribs/Waves

Executed in oil on canvas with a warm palette and delicate atmospheric sky

Bernard-type dog peering out of a wooden kennel or stall opening

Cassolettes originated as vessels for holding incense or fragrant materials but evolved during the 18th and 19th centuries into purely decorative objects

Lot 3453: JOHANN HEINRICH LIPS

with a scalloped upper edge and stepped base

shifting between soft gold

valued for both their craftsmanship and their historical connection to ecclesiastical architecture

or personal luxury containers