Antique French Walnut 13" Jewelry or Sewing Box, Chest, Coffret w Carved Flowers and Paw Feet Napoleon iii The inkwells and Napoleon bust

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

A slight push to that hinged cover

the 2-piece tumble-up (bonne nuit

We just photographed and are listing a massive collection of Lily flatware

I am sure there was once a liner for the interior left side of case

Antique French Walnut 13" Jewelry or Sewing Box, Chest, Coffret w Carved Flowers and Paw Feet Napoleon iii The inkwells and Napoleon bustFound 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