Boiled cardboard coupe lacquered in burgundy and mother-of-pearl, Chinese decoration, 19th century.

Beautiful antique bowl made of boiled cardboard, lacquered in burgundy, with Chinese decoration in mother-of-pearl and gilding, from the second half of the 19th century, Napoleon III period, around 1850-1870. Oval shape with wavy edges, adorned with figures in a garden with pavilions. The border combines gilded flowering branches and bands of mother-of-pearl mosaic with iridescent reflections. 35 cm in length, 25 cm in width, and 5 cm in height. Good condition for its age. Usage. There are scratches and wear on the lacquer and gilding, particularly on the reverse, as well as a missing piece of mother-of-pearl in part of the central decoration. 305 g.