Elegant Antique French Napoleon III 11.5” Writer’s Work Box, Ornate Boulle Inlay marquetry Creil merged with Montereau (Seine

Creil merged with Montereau (Seine et Marne)

There is what looks like a small chip to the left side of the front of the box

even better

I have not seen this done before this one - unsure if it's from France (where we bought it) or from Italy

The crystal is wave-wheel-cut in a splendid pattern that we have seen in the very early Baccarat catalogues in France

Elegant Antique French Napoleon III 11.5” Writer’s Work Box, Ornate Boulle Inlay marquetry Creil merged with Montereau (SeineFine large antique French Napoleon III era 11 5 8 wide writing or work box, a marvelous chest in ebony finished veneers with brass inlay, ornate scrolling boulle inlaid lid & finished rosewood interior! A writing or work box, the lid opens and the front panel is hinged so folds down completely to allow access to the contents. It looks like the rear is fitted to hold inkwells, no wells unfortunately but could be replaced if you wish. It could also have