{"product_id":"napoleon-iii-emerald-glass-tissue-box-with-gilt-foliate-brass-crown","title":"Napoleon III Emerald Glass Tissue Box with Gilt Foliate Brass Crown","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Inspiration\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlace this tissue box on a console table or a vanity dresser and the room shifts — suddenly there is an object that demands attention without asking for it. The deep forest-green of the pressed glass catches whatever light reaches it and holds it, while the gilt brass foliate crown running along every edge pulls the eye in a continuous circuit of acanthus leaves and naturalistic scrolls. This is the Napoleon III \/ Second Empire Rococo Revival at its most characteristic: the period's love of rich colour, dense ornament, and the comfortable drama of applied gilt metalwork over a deep-toned ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is formed from emerald pressed glass, its surface carrying a repeat of low-relief geometric and medallion panels that mirror the decorative vocabulary of mid-19th-century French glassware. The oval cartouche centred on the lid — framed by a wreath of gilt brass leaves — is the focal point, the kind of motif that appears on Napoleon III caskets and bonbonnières from the 1850s through the 1870s. The brass mounts are cast and hand-finished, each acanthus and oak-leaf cluster sharp enough to show that the mould was cut with care. The piece stands on four small bun feet, a practical detail that also lifts it fractionally off the surface and adds to its sculptural presence. Every element is handcrafted in Egypt by artisans working in the European classical tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWidth: 15 cm \/ Depth: 13 cm \/ Height: 15 cm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 4 kg\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: Emerald pressed glass body, gilt brass cast foliate mounts\u003cbr\u003eFinish: High-gloss green glass with polished gilt brass\u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Egypt\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHandcrafted in Egypt\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrass \u0026amp; Wood produces each piece in Egypt, where a tradition of metalworking and decorative arts stretches back millennia. The craftsmen who assemble and finish this tissue box work by hand — fitting the brass mounts, polishing the glass, checking every joint — because that is the only way to honour a design this detailed. The result is a functional object elevated to a decorative one: a tissue box that belongs on a vanity dressing table, a reception desk, a bedside console, or any surface where the everyday deserves to be surrounded by craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat materials is this tissue box made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe body is emerald pressed glass with cast gilt brass foliate mounts. No wood is used. The piece weighs 4 kg, giving it a solid, quality feel on any surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this tissue box fragile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the glass body requires careful handling. We recommend placing it on a stable, flat surface away from edges, and cleaning it with a soft dry cloth. Avoid knocking the brass mounts against hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan this tissue box be customised?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Brass \u0026amp; Wood offers customisation on brass finish (Gold, Silver, Antique Gold) and can discuss bespoke requirements. Contact our team for details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brass \u0026 Wood","offers":[{"title":"Gold","offer_id":49217875116283,"sku":"ANTCHO2115-gold","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Antique Gold","offer_id":49217880129787,"sku":"ANTCHO2115-antique-gold","price":3400.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":49217880162555,"sku":"ANTCHO2115-silver","price":4000.0,"currency_code":"EGP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/0563\/7883\/files\/ANTCHO2115-gold_1_AVKWnGFK_01-ANTCHO20014.png?v=1787604402","url":"https:\/\/brassandwood.co\/products\/napoleon-iii-emerald-glass-tissue-box-with-gilt-foliate-brass-crown","provider":"Brass \u0026 Wood","version":"1.0","type":"link"}