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Lot 404
French Napoleon III Boule Inlaid Box
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
Mid-19th century, ebony veneers all over, delicate brass inlays to front and side panels, applied brass borders to the lid and the base; velvet lined interior.

7 x 21 x 11.5 in.

Wear, some minor buckling on the lid to one side; small chips to the edges; one inlay on the right side is somewhat loose, but easily stabilized; fading and edge fractures to the velvet; good condition.