Antique French Walnut 13" Jewelry or Sewing Box, Chest, Coffret w Carved Flowers and Paw Feet Napoleon iii 25" (view the edges on

25" (view the edges on the print) with a paper that shows a good 2" border beyond the plate

The inkwells and Napoleon bust are a bit loose but no real flaws other than a chip to the marble on the back side of the Napoleon bust

perhaps purchased on someone's own Grand Tour style vacation

The miniature is 2 5/8" diameter in frame

Antique French Walnut 13" Jewelry or Sewing Box, Chest, Coffret w Carved Flowers and Paw Feet Napoleon iii 25" (view the edges onFound in France, the top inset has a bit of a Black Forest feet to the carved flower plaque as focal point of the top. A large and heavy workbox or jewelry chest, it opens to reveal covered compartments and a hinged mirror that tucks into the inner lid. Perhaps a vanity or makeup box, but more likely than not, a work box. Women's sewing boxes were often compartmented and often had a mirror in the inner lid. Presents with dramatic beauty, very well