Antique French Needlepoint & Burled Wood Sewing or Work Box, Cigar Box, c. 1830-50 actor designating at least

designating at least

The 'bubble' within the stoppers made some of the cut sides very thin and one somehow got a hole knocked into it

The child is protected under flat glass or I'd wonder if perhaps the slight disruption might have been tears

At 15" x 11" or so

France's last King

Antique French Needlepoint & Burled Wood Sewing or Work Box, Cigar Box, c. 1830-50 actor designating at leastThe wood on this magnificent work box (or perhaps tobacco box) is exquisite! A pristine veneer over a thick wooden construction, the grain is as beautiful as if it were old tortoise shell, isn't it. Variation in color ranges cognac to chocolate and it's in remarkably fine condition for age. Not a chip! The c. 1830 50 era needlework under glass which is mounted up top is what makes me think it's a sewing or work box. No lock, and a charming turned wood