Antique Hand Carved 22"+ French Plaque and Towel Rack with Needlepoint, Napoleon III, Victorian Era King of Sweden as is the scent bottle

as is the scent bottle with its tiny stopper (stuck but unbroken) and 18k gold cap

The cameos here

it is 4" tall plus the height of the handle

mother of pearl and 18k gold all combine to a magnificent figural display

Antique Hand Carved 22"+ French Plaque and Towel Rack with Needlepoint, Napoleon III, Victorian Era King of Sweden as is the scent bottleWith a charming and very French needlepoint, florals, ribbons, a harp and bird against a claret red background, this excellently preserved large plaque is entirely hand carved in wood stained a walnut hue. Not a bit of loss to that shell crested hand carved frame, nor the supports, but I do believe the round bar is added later, perhaps replacing one that broke. The bar has been painted black, seems very sturdy. Full measurements noted on the photos.