Stunning Antique Napoleon III Victorian French Burl Tea Caddy, Blue Opaline Gems, Brass Trims mother of pearl pocket knife as an enhancer

as an enhancer

out of view when in their mountings

a Napoleon III era set with hand enameled floral garlands in decoration

and the laid-down quiver and arrows at one Cupid's feet signifies that love has been found

there is one very fine crochet hook inside the tambour

Stunning Antique Napoleon III Victorian French Burl Tea Caddy, Blue Opaline Gems, Brass Trims mother of pearl pocket knife as an enhancerFirst of all, French are not into tea, so tea caddies are rather rare to begin with, mostly made by commission or for export to England or other tea friendly regions. So even to begin, what you see is a rare collection piece. That it is elegantly set with brass cutaway ornament and both steel cabochons and larger blue opaline cabochons is just thrilling against this burled wood. Not a single loss nor chip, either. Note that the interior is also close