RARE COFFRET A THE D’EPOQUE NAPOLEON III In blackened... Lot 31

RARE COFFRET A THE D’EPOQUE NAPOLEON III In blackened wood, decorated with medallions surrounded by Boulle marquetry of gilded and silvered brass, tortoiseshell and mother of pearl. The top part of the cabinet is open and two hinged doors at the front reveal three porcelain bottles and stoppers with chinoiserie decoration. A removable tray shows three silver utensils for tea service. Under this tray is a compartment at the bottom. Very slight lifting. Dimensions : 19,5 x 28 x 18 cm Blackened wooden tea box, adorned with medallions surrounded by reserves in Boulle marquetry of gilded and silvered brass, tortoiseshell and mother-of-pearl. Napoleon III period, late 19th century.