An extraordinary 19th-century diorama, this small wooden display case with cabriole legs reveals a captivating miniature universe. Its mottled bluish wallpaper backdrop creates a timeless atmosphere, while the oval glass that crowns the box floods the scene with natural light.
At the heart of this remarkably detailed rural landscape stands a peasant woman in carved bone, wearing a Breton hat, surrounded by meticulously crafted flora and fauna. Animals, birds, hens, dogs, and a cat populate this lively scene, enriched with delicate flowers, a blown and spun glass well, seashells, and mica leaves forming a pond.
A true object of curiosity and folk art, this diorama fascinates with its richness of elements and poetic expression. Preserved in excellent condition, it bears witness to the craftsmanship of the era.
Dimensions: 16 cm high - 24 cm long - 11.5 cm deep.
