19th-Century French Gilt Bronze Box with Miniature Portrait the volumes open with an

the volumes open with an engraved portrait of Frederic II

A thoughtful and atmospheric pair that brings a sense of place

A magnificent early nineteenth-century botanical landmark—this complete three-volume 1816 set of The Classes and Orders of the Linnaean System of Botany beautifully unites Regency printing

and the overall presentation is both stately and spirited

One presents a dark horse guided by a figure in bright livery

19th-Century French Gilt Bronze Box with Miniature Portrait the volumes open with an19th Century French Gilt Bronze Box with Miniature Portrait An elegant 19th century French gilt bronze casket, richly decorated with Neoclassical motifs. The box features finely cast ribbon tied garlands in relief along the sides and rests on small bun feet. The hinged lid is adorned with laurel branches and centered by a hand painted portrait miniature under glass, depicting a fashionable lady in 18th century attire with a large plumed hat. The