Antique French Cabinet Plate Pair, Souvenirs of “Exposition Universelle 1878" verdure Such is the importance of

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Delightful & rare antique Victorian era 6" tall double inkwell

Property stamp on spine also identifies the initial collection as being the Academy of Dance

brass inlays and shield shaped escutcheon

There is also a chipped portion to the left front edge of the lid

Antique French Cabinet Plate Pair, Souvenirs of “Exposition Universelle 1878" verdure Such is the importance ofCharming antique French cabinet plate pair, souvenirs marked Exposition Universelle 1878 with ornate floral garland & seashell patterned borders and delightful figural scene centers! Always a popular wall or vitrine decorative accent, these wonderful old French souvenir plates add both a bit of light heartedness but also the elegance and historical aspects. Souvenirs of the 1878 World Expo or Exposition Universelle, the third Paris World's Fair