Elegant Antique French Napoleon III 11.5” Writer’s Work Box, Ornate Boulle Inlay marquetry each has a faintly visible

each has a faintly visible figural tableau running the length and large laurel wreath framed "GL" or "LG" monograms nearer the hilt or handle

I'm sure these would have had a thick long lush outer framing of fringe

even better

use as a door for a wall cabinet for medicine chest use in a bathroom

which was often how they were originally worn

Elegant Antique French Napoleon III 11.5” Writer’s Work Box, Ornate Boulle Inlay marquetry each has a faintly visibleFine 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