Antique French Mourning Hair Art Memento, Tomb Scene in Oval Ebonized Bombe Style Frame hair comb If only it would tell

If only it would tell us its story

but it is 22" x 17" and is a full inch in depth (raised rim)

He ruled a constitutional monarchy

pique style floral inlay with mother of pearl accents and original blue silk or satin inner fittings

Egypt) pasha and viceroy of Egypt (1805–48)

Antique French Mourning Hair Art Memento, Tomb Scene in Oval Ebonized Bombe Style Frame hair comb If only it would tellRare antique French Napoleon III era hair art mourning icon or memento, displayed in an oval ebonized wood bombe style frame and featuring curled locks of hair and tomb with JC inscrition, hair foliage surroundings and hand painted accents! The Napoleon III era (1852 1870) in France was a time rich in both artistic expression and complex cultural practices, including the unique art of hairwork. This "hair art" form, which evolved significantly during