"Velvet And Silver Minaudière E. Gauthier In Paris."
Minaudiere in blue silk velvet and silver frame in Louis 16 style. Small silver pearls are sewn onto the velvet. Neck brace hallmark. Signed on the frame by É. Gauthier at 97, rue des Petits Champs in Paris. Famous clothing house. The item is in used condition so some small gaps should be noted. Period second half of the 19th century.